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Cabin boy Ah-Fook on board the SS Knivsberg 1898. Creator: Christian Wilhelm Allers
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Cabin boy Ah-Fook on board the SS Knivsberg 1898. Creator: Christian Wilhelm Allers
Cabin boy Ah-Fook on board the Knivsberg, 1898. Portrait of a Chinese crew member from Canton on the German ship SS Knivsberg, travelling through the Gulf of Siam. Ah-Fook aus Canton, Cabin boy. From " Rund um die Erde" [Round the Earth], written and illustrated by C. W. Allers. [Union Deutsche Verlagsgesellschaft, Stuttgart, 1898]
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This print captures the essence of a young Chinese cabin boy named Ah-Fook on board the SS Knivsberg in 1898. Created by Christian Wilhelm Allers, this portrait showcases a crew member from Canton, China, as he travels through the Gulf of Siam on this German ship. Ah-Fook's striking presence is beautifully depicted with his traditional hairstyle and mesmerizing gaze. In this image, Ah-Fook is seen playing a stringed instrument known as a lute or ruan. His skillful hands effortlessly strumming the strings create an enchanting melody that resonates throughout the ship. The musical arts transcend cultural boundaries, bringing joy to all who listen. Allers' work "Rund um die Erde" (Round the Earth) serves as both literature and illustration for this remarkable piece. The lithograph perfectly captures every detail of Ah-Fook's expression and attire, showcasing Allers' talent as an artist. This print not only transports us back to a different century but also highlights the diversity found within transportation history. It reminds us that people from various countries played crucial roles in shaping our world through their contributions aboard ships like the SS Knivsberg. The legacy of Cabin boy Ah-Fook lives on through this powerful image, reminding us of humanity's interconnectedness across time and space.
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