China Sea Collection

The wreck of the screw steamer 'The Larristory', 1850
3478499 The wreck of the screw steamer 'The Larristory', 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting the wreck of the screw steamer 'The Larristory' in the China Sea)

Wreck of "The Douro"Steam-Ship on the Paracels in the China Sea (engraving)
1607633 Wreck of " The Douro" Steam-Ship on the Paracels in the China Sea (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Map of the East Indies (colour engraving)
XCF286475 Map of the East Indies (colour engraving) by American School; Private Collection; American, out of copyright

Map of the Kingdom of Siam, Paris, 1686 (engraving) (b / w photo)
CHT286981 Map of the Kingdom of Siam, Paris, 1686 (engraving) (b/w photo) by French School, (17th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

A castle presented by twenty feudal lords to a Shogun of Japan (litho)
6005010 A castle presented by twenty feudal lords to a Shogun of Japan (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Peninsular and Oriental Steamer Bokhara, wrecked in the China Sea (litho)
1603644 The Peninsular and Oriental Steamer Bokhara, wrecked in the China Sea (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Peninsular and Oriental Steamer Bokhara)

Map of Korea (litho)
2818558 Map of Korea (litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Map of Korea, Japan and eastern China. Carte de Coree)

The Peninsular and Oriental Companys Steam-Ship "Pekin"in a Typhoon in the China Sea (engraving)
1102464 The Peninsular and Oriental Companys Steam-Ship " Pekin" in a Typhoon in the China Sea (engraving) by Weedon

Map of China, 1847. Illustration from The History of China and India, by Miss Corner, (Dean and Co, London, 1847)

Sprouting Coconut Washed Up On Beach

EVNT2A-00313
Map of the China Seas, Philippines, and European colonies in the region, 1898. Printed color lithograph 19th century

Drying fish on bamboo shelf at the harbor of the island of Cat Ba in Vietnam

Nice view from the hill
View from the hill of the Cat Ba island to Ha Long Bay, a very special hill range emerging from the water

Vietnamese game
Two Vietnamese men are playing a typical game on an old game board in the fishing port of Cat Ba

Cat Ba fishing port
View from the Cat Ba fishing port, a beautiful view of the hill range emerging from the sea

Map of the discoveries made in 1787 in the China Seas and Strait of Tartary by French
XIR1272878 Map of the discoveries made in 1787 in the China Seas and Strait of Tartary by French frigates La Boussole and L Astrolabe

Map of the South China Sea, Malaysia, Sumatra and Java, oil painting by Stefano Buonsignori 1575-1584
Italy - Tuscany region - Florence. Palazzo Vecchio, Hall of the Geographical Maps. Map of the South China Sea, Malaysia, Sumatra and Java, oil painting by Stefano Buonsignori 1575-1584

BUSN2A-00067
A fleet of tea-ships in the China Sea, 1880s. Hand colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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"The China Sea: A Tapestry of History and Natural Wonders" Step into the captivating world of the China Sea, where tales of shipwrecks and ancient kingdoms intertwine with breathtaking landscapes. In an engraving depicting the wreck of "The Douro" steam-ship on the Paracels in the China Sea, we are reminded of the treacherous waters that have challenged seafarers for centuries. Explorers from bygone eras navigated through this vast expanse, as shown in a color engraving map of the East Indies. One such map showcases the Kingdom of Siam in Paris during 1686, offering a glimpse into a time when empires flourished along these shores. Delving further eastward, we encounter Japan's feudal lords presenting a magnificent castle to their Shogun. This lithograph highlights not only Japan's rich history but also its close proximity to the enigmatic China Sea. Tragedy struck even modern vessels like The Peninsular and Oriental Steamer Bokhara, which met its demise amidst these unpredictable waters. Another engraving portrays The Peninsular and Oriental Company's Steam-Ship "Pekin" battling against a typhoon—a testament to nature's raw power within this region. Maps serve as windows into understanding geopolitical boundaries; one such map from 1847 reveals intricate details about China itself. Its borders tell stories of dynasties rising and falling while shaping today's vibrant nation. Beyond human endeavors lies nature's allure—South East Asia beckons with its enchanting beauty. From Thailand's Songkhla Province to pristine beaches adorned with sprouting coconuts washed ashore, every corner holds surprises waiting to be discovered. Even satellite imagery captures moments like Tropical Storm Dianmu sweeping over the East China Sea—an awe-inspiring reminder that Mother Nature still reigns supreme here. As you immerse yourself in this tapestry of history and natural wonders, the China Sea unveils its secrets.