Chefoo Collection

China - Yantai - a typical mule litter

The roads at Chefoo seen from the hills, China, 1898. Creator: Christian Wilhelm Allers
The roads at Chefoo seen from the hills, China, 1898. Steamships and junks on the Yellow Sea off the coast of what is now Yantai. Die Rhede von Chi-Fu vom Hugel gesehen, 1898

Panorama of Yantai, China, early 1900s

Refugees from Boxer Uprising, Chefoo, China

The War in Eastern Asia (b / w photo)
1627951 The War in Eastern Asia (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War in Eastern Asia)

Visit of Prince Chun to the English and French Fleets at Chefoo, China (engraving)
1054912 Visit of Prince Chun to the English and French Fleets at Chefoo, China (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Boats on the beach, Chefoo (Yantai) China, c. 1880 s
Boats on the beach, Chefoo (Yantai) China, c.1880 s

Ships at Chefoo Yantai China c. 1880 s
Ships at Chefoo (Yantai) China c.1880 s

Chefoo, the Principal Chinese Port on the Yellow Sea (engraving)
1107579 Chefoo, the Principal Chinese Port on the Yellow Sea (engraving) by Simpson, William Crimea (1823-99) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chefoo)

Capture of the Russian destroyer Reshitelny by the Japanese at Chefoo, China, Russo-Japanese War (engraving)
3097417 Capture of the Russian destroyer Reshitelny by the Japanese at Chefoo, China, Russo-Japanese War (engraving) by French School

The Pekin, one of the European-Chinese Squadron, leaving Chefoo, Shantung (engraving)
1103083 The Pekin, one of the European-Chinese Squadron, leaving Chefoo, Shantung (engraving) by Weedon, Edwin (1819-79); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Pekin)

Recreation in Troubled Waters, a British Fleet Regatta at Chefoo (engraving)
1048168 Recreation in Troubled Waters, a British Fleet Regatta at Chefoo (engraving) by Nash, Joseph (d.1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: Recreation in Troubled Waters)

After the Battle, Chinese bringing back their Dead to Bury them in Native Soil (engraving)
1048124 After the Battle, Chinese bringing back their Dead to Bury them in Native Soil (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: After the Battle)

The Chinese Question (b / w photo)
1615474 The Chinese Question (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Chinese Question. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 16 April 1898)

Che-Foo, China (engraving)
1602643 Che-Foo, China (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Che-Foo, China. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 9 December 1876)

The Chinese Question (litho)
1606270 The Chinese Question (litho) by Prior, Melton (1845-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Chinese Question. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 16 July 1898)

The War in Eastern Asia, Landing of Japanese Troops at Shan Tung Promontory (engraving)
1628318 The War in Eastern Asia, Landing of Japanese Troops at Shan Tung Promontory (engraving) by Overend, William Heysham (1851-98) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War in Eastern Asia)

The War in Eastern Asia (litho)
1627980 The War in Eastern Asia (litho) by Overend, William Heysham (1851-98) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War in Eastern Asia)

The Chinese Question, the Beginning of the British Occupation of Wei-Hai-Wei
1606271 The Chinese Question, the Beginning of the British Occupation of Wei-Hai-Wei, the Departure of HMS " Narcissus" and the Destroyer " Fame" from Chefoo on 20 May (engraving)

Chinese Troops near Laichow on the Way to Chefoo (engraving)
1038964 Chinese Troops near Laichow on the Way to Chefoo (engraving) by Fripp, Charles Edwin (1854-1906); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chinese Troops near Laichow on the Way to Chefoo)

Russo-Japanese War - Chefoo Settlement - Low houses by waterside. Part of Box 168 Boswell Collection - Russo-Japanese War. Date: 1904 - 1905

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"ChefOO: A Glimpse into the Historical Tapestry of Yantai, China" Step back in time to early 1900s Yantai, China, and immerse yourself in the captivating panorama that unfolds before your eyes. This coastal city has witnessed countless chapters of history, from the tumultuous Boxer Uprising to the Russo-Japanese War. Chefoo, as it was known then, became a refuge for those displaced by the Boxer Uprising. The resilience and strength of these refugees are etched into every corner of this vibrant city. As you explore its streets today, imagine their stories echoing through time. The hills surrounding Chefoo offer a breathtaking vantage point to admire its winding roads below. Christian Wilhelm Allers captured this enchanting scene in 1898 - a testament to Chefoo's timeless beauty. However, not all moments were serene in Chefoo's past. The execution of murderers who took the life of a French frigate captain serves as a reminder that even amidst tranquility, darkness can lurk. The Russo-Japanese War left an indelible mark on Chefoo's history too. Witnessing Prince Chun's visit to English and French fleets at Chefoo brings alive memories of diplomatic maneuvers during this conflict-ridden era. As you stroll along the beachfront today, envision boats dotting the shoreline like brushstrokes on canvas - reminiscent of how they appeared in c1880s photographs. Ships anchored off Chefoo harbor stand as silent witnesses to centuries-old maritime traditions. ChefOO beckons you with open arms – inviting you to unravel its rich tapestry woven with tales from yesteryears. Discover remnants of ancient civilizations mingling harmoniously with modernity; experience firsthand how history shaped this remarkable Chinese city called Yantai.