Historic Steamships and Engravings

A collection of vintage engravings showcasing steamships and maritime activities, highlighting intricate details and historical significance.

The gigantic clipper-ship "Great Australia", recently built for Messrs. Baines and Co., of Liverpool, 1860. Ship built by Stewart and Co., of St. John's in Newfoundland, Canada. 'This noble vessel has commenced her career auspiciously. Laden to the depth of 23½ feet, she made, at the worst season of the year, the run from St. John's to Liverpool in seventeen days. A magnificent three-decker, the Great Australia is 204 feet 10 inches over all; her breadth, 40 feet 5 inches; depth, 29 feet; and her registered tonnage no less than 1660 tons. Built for carrying a good cargo and a co
The gigantic clipper-ship "Great Australia", recently built for Messrs. Baines and Co., of Liverpool, 1860. Ship built by Stewart and Co., of St. John's in Newfoundland, Canada. 'This noble vessel has commenced her career auspiciously. Laden to the depth of 23½ feet, she made, at the worst season of the year, the run from St. John's to Liverpool in seventeen days. A magnificent three-decker, the Great Australia is 204 feet 10 inches over all; her breadth, 40 feet 5 inches; depth, 29 feet; and her registered tonnage no less than 1660 tons. Built for carrying a good cargo and a co