Figurehead Collection (#5)

A visit to Greenwich Hospital; The Anson Ward, with figurehead of the old ship Centurion (engraving)
608965 A visit to Greenwich Hospital; The Anson Ward, with figurehead of the old ship Centurion (engraving) by English School

Catching a Mermaid, 1883 (oil on canvas)
CH401742 Catching a Mermaid, 1883 (oil on canvas) by Hook, James Clarke (1819-1907); 91.4x139.7 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright

Longitudinal cross-section of an armed and equipped vessel
XIR414995 Longitudinal cross-section of an armed and equipped vessel, illustration from the Atlas de Colbert, plate 47 (pencil & w/c on paper) by French School

Postcard depicting Germania and the Rhine, c. 1860 (colour litho)
CHT212435 Postcard depicting Germania and the Rhine, c.1860 (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; eArchives Charmet; German

Detail of a relief of a boat, from a sarcophagus (stone)
XIR160415 Detail of a relief of a boat, from a sarcophagus (stone) by Roman, (2nd century AD); Museo della Civilta Romana, Rome, Italy; out of copyright

Saxon raids on the coast (engraving)
969031 Saxon raids on the coast (engraving) by Dutch School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Saxon raids on the coast)

The Overhaul, 1886 (oil on canvas)
827286 The Overhaul, 1886 (oil on canvas) by Bourgain, Gustave (c.1855-1921); 76.2x102.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Overhaul. Gustave Bourgain (c.1855-1921) Oil on canvas

Canoe prow figureheads (nguzu nguzu) from the Solomon Islands (wood)
HSC194643 Canoe prow figureheads (nguzu nguzu) from the Solomon Islands (wood) by Oceanic; Private Collection; (add.info)

Figurehead: Davy Crockett, 1938. Creator: Ethel Dougan
Figurehead: Davy Crockett, 1938

Figurehead from Yacht, 1938. Creator: Ethel Dougan
Figurehead from Yacht, 1938

Figurehead from "Empress", c. 1938. Creator: Lucille Chabot
Figurehead from " Empress", c. 1938

Figurehead: Mermaid, c. 1942. Creator: Lucille Chabot
Figurehead: Mermaid, c. 1942

Figurehead, c. 1936. Creator: Lucille Chabot
Figurehead, c. 1936

Tamanend Figurehead, c. 1939. Creator: Douglas Campbell
Tamanend Figurehead, c. 1939

Figurehead, c. 1937. Creator: John Davis
Figurehead, c. 1937

Ships Figurehead, c. 1938. Creator: Charles Bowman
Ships Figurehead, c. 1938

Old Inn at Alfriston, Sussex. 1925

Figurehead: Benjamin Franklin, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Unknown
Figurehead: Benjamin Franklin, 1935/1942

Figurehead: Quaker, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Unknown
Figurehead: Quaker, 1935/1942

Figurehead: Julius Caesar, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Unknown
Figurehead: Julius Caesar, 1935/1942

Figurehead: "Jenny Lind", 1935 / 1942. Creator: Unknown
Figurehead: " Jenny Lind", 1935/1942

Figurehead from Schooner "Nellie G", 1935 / 1942. Creator: Unknown
Figurehead from Schooner " Nellie G", 1935/1942

Figurehead, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Unknown
Figurehead, 1935/1942

Figurehead from Schooner "Haroldine", 1935 / 1942. Creator: Unknown
Figurehead from Schooner " Haroldine", 1935/1942

The Voyage of Life: Manhood, 1842. Creator: Thomas Cole
The Voyage of Life: Manhood, 1842

The Voyage of Life: Youth, 1842. Creator: Thomas Cole
The Voyage of Life: Youth, 1842

Admiralty House - Bermuda - HMS Irresistible figurehead
circa 1910s

Plate 33: Dutch and Roman Flotillas on the Rhine, from The War of the Romans Against the Batavians (Romanorvm et Batavorvm societas), 1611

The Treasure Boat, ca. 1795. Creator: Hosoda Eishi
The Treasure Boat, ca. 1795

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England, London, Display of figureheads in the new Cutty Sark exhibition space

Scandinavian wood-carvings, (1898). Creator: Unknown
Scandinavian wood-carvings, (1898). Northern - Wood Carving - Fig 1: Porch of the church at Hedal. Fig 2: Side portion of the Porch of the church at Austad

The Docks - The Concordia, 1872. Creator: Gustave Doré
The Docks-The Concordia, 1872. From, " LONDON. A Pilgrimage" by Gustave Dore and Blanchard Jerrold. [Grant and Co. 72-78, Turnmill Street, E.C. 1872]

Orleans, France - The 500th Anniversary - Joan of Arc
Orleans, France - The President of France (Joseph Athanase Gaston) Paul Doumer (1857-1932) and his principal Ministers lead a parade to celebrate the 500th Anniversary of Jeane D Arc hearing

Launch of H. M. S. Royal Albert, Screw Steamer, 131 Guns, at Woolwich, May 13th 1854
XZL151144 Launch of H.M.S. Royal Albert, Screw Steamer, 131 Guns, at Woolwich, May 13th 1854 (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Figurehead of the Famous Cutty Sark figure of Nanny the Witch, 1936
The Figurehead of the Famous Cutty Sark reprsents the figure of Nanny the Witch, 1936. From Shipping Wonders of the World, Vol. 1, edited by Clarence Winchester. [The Amalgamated Press Ltd. London]

Huge figureheads at Castles Ship Breaking Yard, Westminster, London, 1909
Huge figureheads at Castles Ship Breaking Yard, 106 Millbank, Westminster, London, March 1909. Male and female figureheads from ships decorate the gate into the breakers yard

Calendar for 1898. Artist: F Meaulle
Calendar for 1898. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 2nd January 1898

Mao Zedong - founding father of Peoples Republic of China
Mao Zedong (Tse-tung) often referred to as Chairman Mao (18931976) - Chinese Communist revolutionary, and the founding father of the Peoples Republic of China

Sailing, Figurehead On The Prow Of A Yacht, Ireland

New Arethusa and old figurehead, Upnor, Kent
The new Training Ship Arethusa on the Thames off Upnor. Ashore is the preserved figurehead of its scrapped predecessor. Date: circa 1935

Caricature of Winston Churchill, British Prime Minister
Superb caricature of British Prime Minister Winston Churchill (1874-1965) by an unknown German artist. Date: circa late 1930s

Queen Victoria 1897

Figureheads, 1941. Artist: Cecil Beaton
Figureheads, 1941. From Air of Glory, by Cecil Beaton. [His Majestys Stationery Office, London, 1941]

Figureheads of old fighting ships, Grosvenor Road, London, 1926-1927. Artist: Whiffin
Figureheads of old fighting ships, Grosvenor Road, London, 1926-1927. From Wonderful London, volume II, edited by Arthur St John Adcock, published by Amalgamated Press (London, 1926-1927)

The Hercules, (1885). A 58-cannon ship, from an original drawing by d Ozanne

Saint Genevieve promises to save Lutece, Middle Ages. 19th Century. Artist: Eugene Delacroix
Saint Genevieve promises to save Lutece, Middle Ages. 19th Century. Colour Lithograph. Private collection

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"From Ships to Seaside: Exploring the Fascinating World of Figureheads" Step into the past as we delve into the captivating realm of figureheads. In 1909, Castles Shipbreaking Yard in Westminster, London proudly displayed ship's figureheads over its gates, a testament to maritime history. Meanwhile, a Peruvian figurehead stands tall, embodying cultural heritage and artistic craftsmanship. A young boy in a school uniform finds joy by the seaside with a whimsical figurehead. These intricate carvings adorned ships throughout the 19th century, adding an air of elegance and mystique to their journeys. Vietnamese patriotism shines through a poster featuring Ho Chi Minh - an iconic figurehead who led his nation towards independence for half a century. Similarly, Brownies of the Sea Maiden celebrate their return home with pride and camaraderie. History comes alive as Joan of Arc fearlessly leads her troops at the Siege of Orleans while Lambert Simnel works diligently in Royal Kitchens during another era. Each representing different aspects of society but united by their significance as figurative leaders. Artistic expressions take form on calendars or naval officer figures created by talented individuals like F Meaulle and Rosamond P Gray respectively. Their work immortalizes historical moments or pays homage to those who shaped nations. Lastly, Mao Zedong emerges as one such influential leader - founding father of China's People's Republic - leaving an indelible mark on history through his vision and determination, and are not merely decorative ornaments; they symbolize power, culture, resilience, and inspiration across various contexts throughout time. Let us appreciate these remarkable figures that have left lasting impressions on our collective consciousness.