Amoy Collection

Xiamen, China city skyline in the afternoon

Xiamen, China city skyline at twilight

Xiamen, China city skyline from Gulangyu Island

Xiamen, China Skyline

Xiamen, China skyline of Amoy Island

Xiamen, China skyline on Yundang Lake

Chinese Dice Players Near Amoy

English Officers drilling Chinese Soldiers at Amoy (engraving)
1621350 English Officers drilling Chinese Soldiers at Amoy (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: English Officers drilling Chinese Soldiers at Amoy)

Inhabitants of Amoy (engraving)
967370 Inhabitants of Amoy (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Inhabitants of Amoy)

View at Amoy, Xiamen, China
Vintage c.1920s photograph: view at Amoy, Xiamen, China

Vessels of the New Imperial Chinese Squadron (engraving)
1588092 Vessels of the New Imperial Chinese Squadron (engraving) by Weedon, Edwin (1819-79); Private Collection; (add.info.: Vessels of the New Imperial Chinese Squadron)

Mandarin sitting for his photograph; Granite dragon pillar at Amoy (b / w photo)
6003731 Mandarin sitting for his photograph; Granite dragon pillar at Amoy (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Crews of HMS Pelorus, Flamer, and Janus attacking the Chinese Pirates at Kwantsiu, near Amoy (engraving)
1610262 The Crews of HMS Pelorus, Flamer, and Janus attacking the Chinese Pirates at Kwantsiu, near Amoy (engraving) by English School

Sketches of China (engraving)
1586854 Sketches of China (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches of China. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 9 July 1842)

The island of Amoy
LLM338794 The island of Amoy by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The island of Amoy. Paynes Universum (1847).); © Look and Learn

Night scene in Amoy
LLM338311 Night scene in Amoy by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Night scene in Amoy. All Round the World, First Series (1868).); © Look and Learn; English

Girl Pupils from a Mission School at Amoy taking their Daily Walk (litho)
1039760 Girl Pupils from a Mission School at Amoy taking their Daily Walk (litho) by Haenen, Frederic de (1853-1928); Private Collection; (add.info)

Private and public life at Amoy, the Chinese doctor and his methods (b / w photo)
6003736 Private and public life at Amoy, the Chinese doctor and his methods (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Private and public life at Amoy)

Aquatic Sports at Amoy (engraving)
1044562 Aquatic Sports at Amoy (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Aquatic Sports at Amoy)

The War between France and China, Views at Foochow, Amoy, and Formosa (engraving)
1045632 The War between France and China, Views at Foochow, Amoy, and Formosa (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War between France and China)

Amoy, sketched from the Signal Station (engraving)
1097254 Amoy, sketched from the Signal Station (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Amoy, sketched from the Signal Station)

The Sailor Princes at a Picnic at the Temple of Ten Thousand Rocks, Amoy (engraving)
1623813 The Sailor Princes at a Picnic at the Temple of Ten Thousand Rocks, Amoy (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Amoy (engraving)
3654762 Amoy (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Amoy. Illustration for The Illustrated Universal Gazetteer edited by William Francis Ainsworth)

The Island and Town of Amoy (engraving)
3653725 The Island and Town of Amoy (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Island and Town of Amoy)

Entrance into the City of Amoy, 1843. Artist:s Fisher
Entrance into the City of Amoy, 1843. After Thomas Allom (1804?1872). From China Illustrated, by Thomas Allom. [Fisher, Son & Co. London & Paris, 1843]

Amoy Harbour (Xiamen) China 1870s (John Thomson). Date: 1870s

China Xiamen Amoy
View of the harbour, crowded with boats and shipping of all kinds. Date: circa 1835

View Amoy Pe-Le-Jong ca 1869 Albumen silver print
Artokoloro

Lower Harbour Amoy ca 1869 Albumen silver print
Artokoloro

View Amoy ca 1869 Albumen silver print glass negative
Artokoloro

View Koolangsoo Island Amoy ca 1869 Albumen silver print
Artokoloro

Le-Le Cong Josshouse Amoy ca 1869 Albumen silver print
Artokoloro

Temple Amoy ca 1869 Albumen silver print glass negative
Artokoloro

Peculiar shaped Rocks Roolangsoo Island Amoy
Artokoloro

The Young Princes on their Cruise: a Picnic at the Temple of Ten Thousand Rocks"
The Young Princes on their Cruise: a Picnic at " the Temple of Ten Thousand Rocks" on Amoy Island

Source Size = 1908 x 1488
New Masonic Hall, Koolangsu, Amoy, 1880

View of the City of Amoy, in the Province of Fo-Kien

Aquatic Sports at Amoy, 1883; the Greasy Pole, the Sanpan Race

View of the City of Amoy, in the Province of Fo-Kien

Zhongshan Park, Xiamen, China - Buddhist Temple
Buddhist Temple at the Zhongshan Park at Xiamen (Amoy) on the southeast (Taiwan Strait) coast of the Peoples Republic of China. Date: circa 1910s

Taoism - Exhibit in Lyon - Musee Guimet
An exhibit at the Musee Guimet in Lyon showing Chinese Taoist ceremony (China, Amoy)

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"Exploring the Rich Heritage of Amoy: A Glimpse into its History and Culture" Amoy, also known as Xiamen, holds a captivating past that unravels through various intriguing hints. From Chinese dice players engrossed in their game near Amoy to English officers diligently drilling Chinese soldiers at this historic location, the fusion of cultures is evident. Engravings depicting inhabitants provide a glimpse into the lives of its people, showcasing their unique customs and traditions. The occupation of Chusan further highlights the significance of this port city during tumultuous times. During the First Opium War in the early 1840s, a squadron stood resolute before Amoy, marking a pivotal moment in history. The view at Amoy itself offers breathtaking vistas that capture both natural beauty and architectural marvels. Engravings featuring vessels from the New Imperial Chinese Squadron shed light on maritime activities that once thrived here. Meanwhile, an intriguing black-and-white photograph showcases a Mandarin sitting for his portrait alongside a granite dragon pillar - symbols deeply rooted in local heritage. The bravery exhibited by crews aboard HMS Pelorus, Flamer, and Janus during their attack on Chinese pirates near Kwantsiu exemplifies not only courage but also emphasizes Amoy's historical relevance as a strategic coastal defense point. Through sketches capturing China's essence engraved with utmost precision come alive stories untold; these artistic renditions offer glimpses into everyday life within this vibrant city. As night falls over Amoy's enchanting landscape, it transforms into an ethereal sight where lights dance upon ancient streets while whispers echo through time. This island has witnessed countless tales unfold beneath moonlit skies - each one contributing to its rich tapestry of legends and lore.