Shipbuilding Collection (#7)

The Ship Carpenter (engraving)
2808346 The Ship Carpenter (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Ship Carpenter)

The "Great Eastern"Steam-Ship building on the Stocks, Millwall, 22, 500 Tons Burden (engraving)
1587634 The " Great Eastern" Steam-Ship building on the Stocks, Millwall, 22, 500 Tons Burden (engraving) by Weedon

The launching of a battleship (colour litho)
3622159 The launching of a battleship (colour litho) by Lacy, Charles John de (c.1860-1936) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The launching of a battleship)

Launch of the Affondatore, Iron-Clad Cupola Frigate, built for the King of Italy at Millwall, 1865 (engraving)
1216811 Launch of the Affondatore, Iron-Clad Cupola Frigate, built for the King of Italy at Millwall, 1865 (engraving) by English School

Mr Joseph D Aguitar Samuda (colour litho)
611867 Mr Joseph D Aguitar Samuda (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr Joseph D Aguitar Samuda, Iron shipbuilding, 15 February 1873)

William Piles Shipyard, North Sands, c. 1830 (oil on canvas)
TW429403 William Piles Shipyard, North Sands, c.1830 (oil on canvas) by English School, (19th century); 76.8x112.4 cm; Sunderland Museum & Winter Gardens, Tyne & Wear

Cross-section of the fully completed inside of a vessel
XIR415001 Cross-section of the fully completed inside of a vessel, illustration from the Atlas de Colbert, plate 37 (pencil & w/c on paper) by French School

Prow of a vessel at anchor, illustration from the Atlas de Colbert
XIR414997 Prow of a vessel at anchor, illustration from the Atlas de Colbert, plate 49 (pencil & w/c on paper) by French School, (17th century); Service Historique de la Marine, Vincennes

Trees are chopped down to build ships for the Norman fleet
XIR183127 Trees are chopped down to build ships for the Norman fleet, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by Unknown Artist, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

View of the Royal Dock Yard at Deptford, engraved by William Woollett
RNM286341 View of the Royal Dock Yard at Deptford, engraved by William Woollett, published 1st July 1793 (coloured etching) by Mortimer, J. H

The New Iron-Clad Fleet, framing of Her Majestys Steam-Frigate Achilles, 50 Guns (engraving)
1620302 The New Iron-Clad Fleet, framing of Her Majestys Steam-Frigate Achilles, 50 Guns (engraving) by Weedon, Edwin (1819-79); Private Collection; (add.info.: The New Iron-Clad Fleet)

The New Iron-Clad Fleet, Stem of Her Majestys Steam-Frigate Achilles, 50 Guns (engraving)
1620300 The New Iron-Clad Fleet, Stem of Her Majestys Steam-Frigate Achilles, 50 Guns (engraving) by Weedon, Edwin (1819-79); Private Collection; (add.info.: The New Iron-Clad Fleet)

How a Torpedo-Boat is built at Messers Yarrow and Companys Works, Poplar (engraving)
1623238 How a Torpedo-Boat is built at Messers Yarrow and Companys Works, Poplar (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Advertisement for hair felt used in shipbuilding (litho)
6030543 Advertisement for hair felt used in shipbuilding (litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Port of La Ciotat (oil on canvas)
XRN156282 The Port of La Ciotat (oil on canvas) by Loubon, Emile (1809-63); Musee de la Marine, Marseille, France; French, out of copyright

La Salle Driving the First Bolt for the Griffin, January 26th 1679
5857890 La Salle Driving the First Bolt for the Griffin, January 26th 1679, 1847-48 (oil on canvas) by Catlin, George (1796-1872); 37.8x56.3 cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC

Making the double bottom of a ship (litho)
3622184 Making the double bottom of a ship (litho) by Lacy, Charles John de (c.1860-1936) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Making the double bottom of a ship)

A great shipyard - a busy scene (colour litho)
3622167 A great shipyard - a busy scene (colour litho) by Lacy, Charles John de (c.1860-1936) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A great shipyard - a busy scene)

Peter the Great being taught the art of shipbuilding in Holland in 1697 (engraving)
3621737 Peter the Great being taught the art of shipbuilding in Holland in 1697 (engraving) by Cogen, Felix (1838-1907); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Deck of the Leviathan (engraving)
2771360 The Deck of the Leviathan (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Deck of the Leviathan)

The Leviathan in the Yard at Millwall, before the Launch (engraving)
2771294 The Leviathan in the Yard at Millwall, before the Launch (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Leviathan in the Yard at Millwall)

The Leviathan, View of the Stern (engraving)
2771378 The Leviathan, View of the Stern (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Leviathan, View of the Stern)

The "Leviathan"(Great Eastern) Steam-Ship (engraving)
2785851 The " Leviathan" (Great Eastern) Steam-Ship (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The " Leviathan" (Great Eastern) Steam-Ship

Naval dockyard, illustration from the Encyclopedie des Sciences et Metiers
REV326114 Naval dockyard, illustration from the Encyclopedie des Sciences et Metiers by Denis Diderot (1713-84) engraved by Robert Benard (fl.1734) published c.1770 (coloured engraving) by Goussier

Shipyards of the Pharo at Marseilles, 1834 (engraving) (b / w photo)
CHT242855 Shipyards of the Pharo at Marseilles, 1834 (engraving) (b/w photo) by Gautier, Lucien Marcelin (b.1850); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; eArchives Charmet; French

The Late Dr Peter Denny (engraving)
1100180 The Late Dr Peter Denny (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Late Dr Peter Denny)

The Iron Ship (engraving)
1097227 The Iron Ship (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Iron Ship. Illustration for The Illustrated London News)

Frontispiece to Demonstrations of all pieces of wood
661365 Frontispiece to Demonstrations of all pieces of wood, nails and ferremens that fit into the construction of a galley

First Sailing of the Griffin on Lake Erie, August 7th 1679, 1847-48 (oil on canvas)
5858117 First Sailing of the Griffin on Lake Erie, August 7th 1679, 1847-48 (oil on canvas) by Catlin, George (1796-1872); 37.8x56.5 cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC

Launching of the Griffin. July 1679, 1847-48 (oil on canvas)
5858114 Launching of the Griffin. July 1679, 1847-48 (oil on canvas) by Catlin, George (1796-1872); 37.8x56.2 cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC

Progress of the Great Ship, Building at Millwall, for the Eastern Steam Navigation Company (engraving)
1608829 Progress of the Great Ship, Building at Millwall, for the Eastern Steam Navigation Company (engraving) by English School

The "Leviathan"("Great Eastern") Steam-Ship, Stern, and Boss for the Blades of the Screw (engraving)
1609184 The " Leviathan" (" Great Eastern" ) Steam-Ship, Stern, and Boss for the Blades of the Screw (engraving) by Weedon

The New White Star Liner, "Celtic, "on the Stocks (b / w photo)
1593522 The New White Star Liner, " Celtic, " on the Stocks (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The New White Star Liner, " Celtic)

The New White Star Liner, "Oceanic, "on the Stocks (engraving)
1598364 The New White Star Liner, " Oceanic, " on the Stocks (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The New White Star Liner, " Oceanic)

The "Leviathan"(Great Eastern) Steam-Ship, May 1856 (engraving)
2785847 The " Leviathan" (Great Eastern) Steam-Ship, May 1856 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Shipbuilding in Ashbridges Bay, Toronto, 1918 (oil on canvas)
3087846 Shipbuilding in Ashbridges Bay, Toronto, 1918 (oil on canvas) by Gagen, Robert Ford (1847-1926); Canadian War Museum, Ottawa, Canada; eCanadian War Museum; Canadian, out of copyright

Launch of the New Ironclad "Alexandra", Preliminary Sketches of the Vessel (engraving)
1053508 Launch of the New Ironclad " Alexandra", Preliminary Sketches of the Vessel (engraving) by English School

The shipyard locomotive (litho)
3622180 The shipyard locomotive (litho) by Lacy, Charles John de (c.1860-1936) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The shipyard locomotive)

Erecting the funnels (litho)
3622179 Erecting the funnels (litho) by Lacy, Charles John de (c.1860-1936) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Erecting the funnels)

Making the boilers (litho)
3622177 Making the boilers (litho) by Lacy, Charles John de (c.1860-1936) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Making the boilers)

A tramp steamer in dry dock (colour litho)
3622169 A tramp steamer in dry dock (colour litho) by Lacy, Charles John de (c.1860-1936) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A tramp steamer in dry dock)

A ship on the stocks (colour litho)
3622163 A ship on the stocks (colour litho) by Lacy, Charles John de (c.1860-1936) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A ship on the stocks)

Shipyard at Carlskrona, Sweden, 1838-40 (colour litho)
3600983 Shipyard at Carlskrona, Sweden, 1838-40 (colour litho) by Swedish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: traditional Swedish shipyard)

Aberdeen (colour litho)
2797827 Aberdeen (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Aberdeen. Illustration for card from game called The Kingdoms Of Europe by John Jaques)

Launch of the French battleship Patrie (colour litho)
2795795 Launch of the French battleship Patrie (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Launch of the French battleship Patrie at the La Seyne shipyard)

Northumberland, Shipbuilding (chromolitho)
2799215 Northumberland, Shipbuilding (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Northumberland, Shipbuilding)

The Leviathan, View of the Bows (engraving)
2771565 The Leviathan, View of the Bows (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Leviathan, View of the Bows)

Hoisting the Paddle Shaft on Board the Great Eastern by Means of the New Patent Derrick (engraving)
2771875 Hoisting the Paddle Shaft on Board the Great Eastern by Means of the New Patent Derrick (engraving) by English School

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Shipbuilding has long been a symbol of human ingenuity and craftsmanship, as seen in Isambard Kingdom Brunel standing proudly before the launching chains of the Great Eastern. The Esso Northumbria supertanker being constructed at Swan Hunter shipyard in Wallsend showcases the immense scale and complexity of these vessels. Wallsend-on-Tyne, known for its rich shipbuilding history, stands as a testament to the skill and dedication of those involved in this industry. Glasgow, Scotland, on March 6th, 1971 - a date etched into British maritime history. Shipbuilding takes center stage as it is featured in Face of Britain 1971 Feature. The Fairfield Shipbuilding and Engineering Company Limited played a significant role in shaping Scotland's shipbuilding legacy. The launch of HMS Eagle aircraft carrier exemplifies both power and grace combined with meticulous engineering precision. Govan Shipbuilders Ltd on the River Clyde continues this proud tradition by contributing to Britain's naval strength. Devonshire Dock in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria serves as an emblematic location where dreams take shape amidst steel and iron. Stephen and Sons Ltd shipyard stores are filled with treasures waiting to be transformed into majestic vessels that will conquer the seas. Witnessing a nuclear submarine berthing at Devonport docks evokes awe-inspiring feelings about our technological advancements over time. Plymouth, Devon becomes synonymous with innovation within the maritime industry during this era. History reminds us that even great ships can face challenges; RMS Olympic bears witness to this truth after colliding with HMS Hawke in the Solent back in 1911. Yet from adversity comes resilience - launching HMS Ark Royal demonstrates our unwavering determination to overcome obstacles while forging ahead towards new horizons. In every rivet hammered down or weld meticulously crafted lies not only an expression of human creativity but also an embodiment of national pride. Shipbuilding remains more than just an industry.