Whampoa Collection

Map / Asia / China 1864
CANTON and the PEARL RIVER, including HONG KONG, MACAO, TAIPING, WHAMPOA and other historical locations Date: 1864

The nine-storey Whampoa Pagoda, Pearl River (bodycolour on paper)
941036 The nine-storey Whampoa Pagoda, Pearl River (bodycolour on paper) by Tingqua (c.1809-after 1870) (studio of); 19.1x26.7 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Chinese

View of Whampoa, near Canton (Guangzhou) China c. 1890
View of Whampoa, near Canton (Guangzhou) China c.1890

Pagoda at Whampoa
LLM338305 Pagoda at Whampoa by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pagoda at Whampoa. All Round the World, First Series (1868).); © Look and Learn

Chinese pagodah between Canton and Whampoa (engraving)
819145 Chinese pagodah between Canton and Whampoa (engraving) by Dyck, Anthony van (1599-1641) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chinese pagodah, between Canton and Whampoa)

Whampoa Pagoda & Anchorage, 1855 (litho)
1272351 Whampoa Pagoda & Anchorage, 1855 (litho) by Heine, Wilhelm Joseph (1813-39); 22x15.125 cm; Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info.: Heine, W.|Brown, Eliphalet M. Jr.|Sarony & Co)

The War in the East, Training for the Chinese Navy (b / w photo)
1048057 The War in the East, Training for the Chinese Navy (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War in the East)

Entree de la pagode de Wampoa dans la riviere de Canton (engraving)
2814194 Entree de la pagode de Wampoa dans la riviere de Canton (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Entree de la pagode de Wampoa dans la riviere de Canton)

Naval school, arsenal, and disused government dockyard, Whampoa;Bogue Fort at "Tigers Mouth
6003686 Naval school, arsenal, and disused government dockyard, Whampoa; Bogue Fort at " Tigers Mouth, " commanding the chief approach to Canton (b/w photo) by European Photographer

Whampoa, from Danes Island (engraving)
3654397 Whampoa, from Danes Island (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Whampoa, from Danes Island)

View of Whampoa, Canton River, China, (1938)
View of Whampoa, Canton River, China, showing on the right the East Indiaman Waterloo, of 1315 tons, built in 1816 and broken up in 1834, (1938). Whampoa was an anglicised version of Huangpu

China Guangzhou
Pagoda, located between Guangzhou and Huangpu (former Whampoa). Date: 1834

CHINA: PAZHOU PAGODA. Pazhou Pagoda in Guangzhou, China. Photograph, late 19th century

Pagoda at Whampoa
Pagoda overlooking the harbour at Huangpu District (formerly transliterated as Whampoa) - one of the ten districts in Guangzhou, Guangdong province, Peoples Republic of China. Date: circa 1910s

Pagoda at Huangpu
The pagoda at the anchorage of Huangpu (previously known as Whampoa)

East Indiamen in China
East Indiamen on the Canton River at Whampoa, China

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Whampoa, a historical gem nestled in the heart of Asia's vibrant China. This captivating place has witnessed the ebb and flow of time, leaving behind a rich tapestry of stories and sights. In 1864, Whampoa emerged on maps as a beacon along the Pearl River near Canton (Guangzhou), drawing travelers with its allure. The view from this enchanting spot around 1890 showcased an idyllic panorama that captured hearts and imaginations. One cannot mention Whampoa without envisioning its iconic pagoda. Standing tall with nine magnificent storeys, it became synonymous with this remarkable destination. Artists skillfully depicted its splendor on paper, bringing to life the intricate details that adorned this architectural marvel. The journey between Canton and Whampoa was beautifully immortalized in engravings, showcasing a Chinese pagodah bridging these two bustling cities. It served as a testament to the cultural exchange and trade flourishing along these ancient waterways. Whampoa Pagoda & Anchorage lithograph from 1855 evoked memories of European ships finding solace within its protective embrace. Meanwhile, black-and-white photographs revealed scenes from "The War in the East, " capturing moments of training for the Chinese Navy against this picturesque backdrop. As one approached Whampoa's riveting pagoda through Canton's river entrance according to another engraving, anticipation built up before stepping into an ethereal world where history whispered secrets only stones could tell. Naval school buildings stood proudly alongside an arsenal and disused government dockyard at Whampoa while Bogue Fort guarded the chief approach to Canton like a fierce sentinel at "Tigers Mouth. " These monochrome photos transported viewers back in time when power dynamics played out amidst breathtaking landscapes. Danes Island offered an exquisite vantage point for admiring Whampoa's beauty as seen through yet another engraving.