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Fishing Net Collection (#8)

"Capturing the Essence of the Sea: A Journey through Fishing Nets" From the picturesque Whitstable harbour in Kent to the vibrant Cascais Pier and Beach in Lisbon Coast

Background imageFishing Net Collection: Lake Imba

Lake Imba
Blues_Walker

Background imageFishing Net Collection: Mending the Net, 1892 (oil on canvas)

Mending the Net, 1892 (oil on canvas)
823053 Mending the Net, 1892 (oil on canvas) by Dessar, Louis Paul (1867-1952); 98x79.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Mending the Net. Louis Paul Dessar (1867-1952). Oil on canvas

Background imageFishing Net Collection: Pecheurs ravauding the nets Painting by Louis Nattero (1875-1915) Mandatory mention

Pecheurs ravauding the nets Painting by Louis Nattero (1875-1915) Mandatory mention
JEB4894435 Pecheurs ravauding the nets Painting by Louis Nattero (1875-1915) Mandatory mention: Collection foundation regards of Provence, Marseille by Nattero

Background imageFishing Net Collection: Second back room at the back, meeting room, murals with rural scenes in classical style

Second back room at the back, meeting room, murals with rural scenes in classical style, probably from around 1810
7242695 Second back room at the back, meeting room, murals with rural scenes in classical style, probably from around 1810, scene 5 by Belgian School, (19th century); (add.info.: Meeting room)

Background imageFishing Net Collection: Miraculous catch of fish, 18th century (oil)

Miraculous catch of fish, 18th century (oil)
7332303 Miraculous catch of fish, 18th century (oil) by Reysschoot, Pieter Norbert van (1738-95); Sint Pieter, Ghent, Belgium; (add.info.: Sint-Pieterskerk, Oost-Vlaanderen)

Background imageFishing Net Collection: Shrimpers at Mariakerke, 1885-89 (painting)

Shrimpers at Mariakerke, 1885-89 (painting)
7333000 Shrimpers at Mariakerke, 1885-89 (painting) by Meunier, Constantin Emile (1831-1905); Mu.Zee, Ostend, Belgium; (add.info.: Constantin Meunier (1831-1905)

Background imageFishing Net Collection: Infant Anglers

Infant Anglers
27th September 1949: A pair of young anglers pack up after a day's unsuccessful, but enjoyable, angling at the Serpentine in London's Hyde Park

Background imageFishing Net Collection: The sinner, in Imagier de l'enfance, c. 1900 (engraving)

The sinner, in Imagier de l'enfance, c. 1900 (engraving)
DUV4206283 The sinner, in Imagier de l enfance, c.1900 (engraving) by Raffin, Ferdinand (1870?-1948); 14.5 x 18.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The sinner)

Background imageFishing Net Collection: Marche sur les quais sur les coasts du Nord - in 'Garirlande des dunes'by Emile Verhaeren, ill. by H

Marche sur les quais sur les coasts du Nord - in "Garirlande des dunes"by Emile Verhaeren, ill. by H
LSE4084779 Marche sur les quais sur les coasts du Nord - in " Garirlande des dunes" by Emile Verhaeren, ill. by H. Cassiers, ed

Background imageFishing Net Collection: Les pecheuses. Peinture de Alexander Vasilievich Shevchenko (Alexandre Chevtchenko) (1883-1948)

Les pecheuses. Peinture de Alexander Vasilievich Shevchenko (Alexandre Chevtchenko) (1883-1948), huile sur toile, 1933
FIA5325942 Les pecheuses. Peinture de Alexander Vasilievich Shevchenko (Alexandre Chevtchenko) (1883-1948), huile sur toile, 1933. Art russe, art moderne, 20e siecle. Collection privee

Background imageFishing Net Collection: Fishing 2

Fishing 2
Amnon Eichelberg

Background imageFishing Net Collection: Seashore with Fishermen, c. 1781-82 (oil on canvas)

Seashore with Fishermen, c. 1781-82 (oil on canvas)
7296114 Seashore with Fishermen, c. 1781-82 (oil on canvas) by Gainsborough, Thomas (1727-88); 101.9 x 127.6 cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC

Background imageFishing Net Collection: Hauling in a Drum-Fish; A Flying Visit to Florida, 1875. Creator: Thomas Mayne Reid

Hauling in a Drum-Fish; A Flying Visit to Florida, 1875. Creator: Thomas Mayne Reid
Hauling in a Drum-Fish; A Flying Visit to Florida, 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London] Belle Sauvage Works.London E.C

Background imageFishing Net Collection: Pulling the net

Pulling the net
Souvik Banerjee

Background imageFishing Net Collection: Catch of the day

Catch of the day
Inge Schuster

Background imageFishing Net Collection: Return from the Tempete A sailor knocks at the door of a woman of a sinner who died in a tempete

Return from the Tempete A sailor knocks at the door of a woman of a sinner who died in a tempete to tell her the news
JLJ4665831 Return from the Tempete A sailor knocks at the door of a woman of a sinner who died in a tempete to tell her the news

Background imageFishing Net Collection: Bigeye trevally (Caranx sexfasciatus) and Giant trevally (Caranx ignobilis)

Bigeye trevally (Caranx sexfasciatus) and Giant trevally (Caranx ignobilis) swimming inside an artisanal fish trap of the indigenous Urak Lawoi tribe, Adang-Rawi Archipelago, Andaman Sea, Satun

Background imageFishing Net Collection: Decomposing carcass of a juvenile Blacktip reef shark (Carcharhinus melanopterus)

Decomposing carcass of a juvenile Blacktip reef shark (Carcharhinus melanopterus) caught / entangled in discarded ghost nets, Phuket, Thailand, Andaman Sea

Background imageFishing Net Collection: Fol. 133v The disciples fish in the Lake of Tiberius without success (vellum)

Fol. 133v The disciples fish in the Lake of Tiberius without success (vellum)
ALI142894 Fol.133v The disciples fish in the Lake of Tiberius without success (vellum) by Italian School, (15th century); Biblioteca Reale, Turin, Piedmont

Background imageFishing Net Collection: Men-of-War Breaking Fishermens Nets, (oil on panel-a penschilderij)

Men-of-War Breaking Fishermens Nets, (oil on panel-a penschilderij)
990413 Men-of-War Breaking Fishermens Nets, (oil on panel-a penschilderij) by Salm, Adriaen or Abraham (c.1660-1720); 47x63.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Men-of-War Breaking Fishermens Nets)

Background imageFishing Net Collection: Their untold stories

Their untold stories
Kuntal Biswas

Background imageFishing Net Collection: Fishermen at Work, ca. 1763-1800. Creator: J Daulle & Veuve

Fishermen at Work, ca. 1763-1800. Creator: J Daulle & Veuve
Fishermen at Work, ca. 1763-1800

Background imageFishing Net Collection: View of the Surroundings of Regio in Calabria, ca. 1770. Creator: Charles Nicolas Dufour

View of the Surroundings of Regio in Calabria, ca. 1770. Creator: Charles Nicolas Dufour
View of the Surroundings of Regio in Calabria, ca. 1770

Background imageFishing Net Collection: Deuxieme Vue des Environs de Naples, ca. 1765. Creator: Pierre Francois Basan

Deuxieme Vue des Environs de Naples, ca. 1765. Creator: Pierre Francois Basan
Deuxieme Vue des Environs de Naples, ca. 1765

Background imageFishing Net Collection: First View of the Surroundings of Naples, ca. 1776. Creator: Pierre Francois Basan

First View of the Surroundings of Naples, ca. 1776. Creator: Pierre Francois Basan
First View of the Surroundings of Naples, ca. 1776

Background imageFishing Net Collection: XIIeme Vue d Italie. Le Bas, 18th century. Creator: Unknown

XIIeme Vue d Italie. Le Bas, 18th century. Creator: Unknown
XIIeme Vue d Italie. Le Bas, 18th century

Background imageFishing Net Collection: Coastal View of a Port City in the Levant, ca. 1770. Creator: Aveline

Coastal View of a Port City in the Levant, ca. 1770. Creator: Aveline
Coastal View of a Port City in the Levant, ca. 1770

Background imageFishing Net Collection: View of the Surroundings of Narni in Lombardy, 1770. Creator: Simon Fokke

View of the Surroundings of Narni in Lombardy, 1770. Creator: Simon Fokke
View of the Surroundings of Narni in Lombardy, 1770

Background imageFishing Net Collection: The Net Throwers, ca. 1750-1800. Creator: Anne Philiberte Coulet

The Net Throwers, ca. 1750-1800. Creator: Anne Philiberte Coulet
The Net Throwers, ca. 1750-1800

Background imageFishing Net Collection: Seventh View of Italy, ca. 1770. Creator: Jacques Philippe Le Bas

Seventh View of Italy, ca. 1770. Creator: Jacques Philippe Le Bas
Seventh View of Italy, ca. 1770

Background imageFishing Net Collection: First View of the Port of Livourne, ca. 1755-85. Creator: Maria Fr Ozanne

First View of the Port of Livourne, ca. 1755-85. Creator: Maria Fr Ozanne
First View of the Port of Livourne, ca. 1755-85

Background imageFishing Net Collection: Second View of Marseille, ca. 1776. Creator: Jacques Aliamet

Second View of Marseille, ca. 1776. Creator: Jacques Aliamet
Second View of Marseille, ca. 1776

Background imageFishing Net Collection: Stormy Weather, ca. 1750-88. Creator: Jacques Aliamet

Stormy Weather, ca. 1750-88. Creator: Jacques Aliamet
Stormy Weather, ca. 1750-88

Background imageFishing Net Collection: The Choice of Fish, ca. 1770. Creator: Yves Le Gouaz

The Choice of Fish, ca. 1770. Creator: Yves Le Gouaz
The Choice of Fish, ca. 1770

Background imageFishing Net Collection: On board the fishin boat Alden out of Gloucester, Massachusetts, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks

On board the fishin boat Alden out of Gloucester, Massachusetts, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
On board the fishin boat Alden out of Gloucester, Massachusetts. The bow of the Alden nosing out to the sea early in the morning

Background imageFishing Net Collection: Large dip net transferring mackerel from nets to the Alden deck, Gloucester, Massachusetts, 1943

Large dip net transferring mackerel from nets to the Alden deck, Gloucester, Massachusetts, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
Large dip net transferring mackerel from nets to the Alden deck. Gloucester, Massachusetts

Background imageFishing Net Collection: Freshly-caught mackerel gasping and flapping on the deck of a... Gloucester, Massachusetts, 1943

Freshly-caught mackerel gasping and flapping on the deck of a... Gloucester, Massachusetts, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
Freshly-caught mackerel gasping and flapping on the deck of a New England fishing boat. Gloucester, Massachusetts

Background imageFishing Net Collection: Possibly: Gloucester fishermen pulling in their nets to bring... Gloucester, Massachusetts, 1943

Possibly: Gloucester fishermen pulling in their nets to bring... Gloucester, Massachusetts, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
[Untitled photo, possibly related to: Gloucester fishermen pulling in their nets to bring their catch nearer to the surface so the dip net can transfer them to the big boat. Gloucester, Massachusetts]

Background imageFishing Net Collection: Franasco Parisi, youngest member of the Aldens crew, motioning for the skipper to hoist 1943

Franasco Parisi, youngest member of the Aldens crew, motioning for the skipper to hoist 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
Franasco [Francesco] Parisi, youngest member of the Aldens crew, motioning for the skipper to hoist the large dip net over the side

Background imageFishing Net Collection: On board the fishing boat Alden, out of Gloucester, Massachusetts, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks

On board the fishing boat Alden, out of Gloucester, Massachusetts, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
On board the fishing boat Alden, out of Gloucester, Massachusetts. Freshly-caught mackerel gasping and flapping on the deck

Background imageFishing Net Collection: An early morning scene at the Fulton fish market, New York, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks

An early morning scene at the Fulton fish market, New York, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
New York, New York. An early morning scene at the Fulton fish market

Background imageFishing Net Collection: A New England fisherman preparing his boat to leave the New York docks, , New York, 1943

A New England fisherman preparing his boat to leave the New York docks, , New York, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
New York, New York. A New England fisherman preparing his boat to leave the New York docks

Background imageFishing Net Collection: Stevedores at the Fulton fish market unloading fish from boats caught... New York, 1943

Stevedores at the Fulton fish market unloading fish from boats caught... New York, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
New York, New York. Stevedores at the Fulton fish market unloading fish from boats caught off the New England coast

Background imageFishing Net Collection: Dock stevedores at the Fulton fish market sending up baskets of fish... New York, 1943

Dock stevedores at the Fulton fish market sending up baskets of fish... New York, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
New York, New York. Dock stevedores at the Fulton fish market sending up baskets of fish from the holds of the boats to the docks where it is bought

Background imageFishing Net Collection: South Sea Island, n. d. Creator: Lorens Gottman

South Sea Island, n. d. Creator: Lorens Gottman
South Sea Island, n.d

Background imageFishing Net Collection: La Valetta, 1836 (engraving)

La Valetta, 1836 (engraving)
7259559 La Valetta, 1836 (engraving); 9.4x14.0 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Captions La Valetta, Malta and Aus d. Kunstanst. D. Bibliogr. Instit. In Hildbh. XLIII, E. Grunewald. sc)

Background imageFishing Net Collection: Pecheurs sur le quai du port de Marseille Painting by Marcel Leprin (1891-1933) Mandatory mention

Pecheurs sur le quai du port de Marseille Painting by Marcel Leprin (1891-1933) Mandatory mention
JEB4904926 Pecheurs sur le quai du port de Marseille Painting by Marcel Leprin (1891-1933) Mandatory mention: Collection fondation regards de Provence, Marseille by Leprin

Background imageFishing Net Collection: Copperband butterflyfish hanging from a bamboo pole. 1807 (aquatint)

Copperband butterflyfish hanging from a bamboo pole. 1807 (aquatint)
7237474 Copperband butterflyfish hanging from a bamboo pole. 1807 (aquatint) by Daniell, William (1769-1837); Private Collection; (add.info.: Copperband butterflyfish, Chelmon rostratus)



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"Capturing the Essence of the Sea: A Journey through Fishing Nets" From the picturesque Whitstable harbour in Kent to the vibrant Cascais Pier and Beach in Lisbon Coast, Europe, fishing nets have long been an integral part of coastal communities worldwide. They not only serve as tools for livelihood but also hold stories of tradition and artistry. In "The Blue Boat, 1929, " a captivating oil painting on board, we witness the intricate dance between fishermen and their nets. The delicate strokes on Cullercoats Cliffs' pencil & w/c paper transport us to a serene moment by the sea. Traveling further south to Alvor beach in Portugal, we encounter fishermen skillfully casting their nets into the waves. Meanwhile, on Vietnam's Perfume River in Hue, net-casting fishermen create a mesmerizing spectacle against an enchanting backdrop. Tobermory harbor on Scotland's Isle of Mull reveals rugged beauty as fishermen prepare their nets for another day at sea. Kendwa Beach in Zanzibar immerses us in East Africa's rich fishing culture with its bustling scene of fishermen hauling their catch ashore. Delving into history, Winslow Homer's masterpiece "Hauling in the Nets" transports us back to 1887 when hardworking hands battled nature's whims while reaping rewards from bountiful waters. Sorrento's fishing port offers glimpses into Italy's Mediterranean charm as fisherman knotting his net showcases Marsaxlokk village’s timeless traditions amidst Malta’s azure waters. Lastly, a humble fisherman’s hut stands proudly on Lindisfarne (Holy Island) shores—a testament to Northumberland’s enduring connection with both land and sea. These snapshots from around the world remind us that they are not just utilitarian objects; they embody centuries-old customs passed down through generations. They symbolize resilience and unity among those who rely upon them for sustenance and survival.