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Commodore Perry Collection

Commodore Perry: A Pioneer in Diplomacy and Exploration Step back in time to the mid-19th century

Background imageCommodore Perry Collection: Matthew C. Perry, Commodore, U.S. Navy, Japanese Dodger with His Picture, 19th century, (1915)

Matthew C. Perry, Commodore, U.S. Navy, Japanese Dodger with His Picture, 19th century, (1915). Creator: Unknown
Matthew C. Perry, Commodore, U.S. Navy, Japanese Dodger with His Picture, 19th century, (1915). Autography and pact of Master Kai, Shozan

Background imageCommodore Perry Collection: Commodore Perry, c. 1853 / 54. Creator: Unknown

Commodore Perry, c. 1853 / 54. Creator: Unknown
Commodore Perry, c. 1853/54

Background imageCommodore Perry Collection: Statue of Commodore Matthew Perry, 1850 / 89. Creator: Joshua Appleby Williams

Statue of Commodore Matthew Perry, 1850 / 89. Creator: Joshua Appleby Williams
Statue of Commodore Matthew Perry, 1850/89. [Possibly the Matthew Perry Monument in Newport, Rhode Island, USA, designed by John Quincy Adams Ward]. Albumen print

Background imageCommodore Perry Collection: Commodore Perry paying his farewell visit to the Imperial Commissioners at Simoda, Japan (litho)

Commodore Perry paying his farewell visit to the Imperial Commissioners at Simoda, Japan (litho)
976067 Commodore Perry paying his farewell visit to the Imperial Commissioners at Simoda, Japan (litho) by American School

Background imageCommodore Perry Collection: Reception at the Castle of Shui, Ryukyu Islands (litho)

Reception at the Castle of Shui, Ryukyu Islands (litho)
976062 Reception at the Castle of Shui, Ryukyu Islands (litho) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Reception at the Castle of Shui, Ryukyu Islands)

Background imageCommodore Perry Collection: Wrestlers at Yokuhama, litho by Sarony & Co. 1855 (chromolitho)

Wrestlers at Yokuhama, litho by Sarony & Co. 1855 (chromolitho)
1272244 Wrestlers at Yokuhama, litho by Sarony & Co. 1855 (chromolitho) by Peters, W. T. (fl.1855) (after); 15x22.125 cm; Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info.: Peters, W.T.|Sarony & Co)

Background imageCommodore Perry Collection: Commodore Perry, c. 1853-54 (woodblock print; oban)

Commodore Perry, c. 1853-54 (woodblock print; oban)
2969686 Commodore Perry, c.1853-54 (woodblock print; oban) by Japanese School, (19th century); 29.7x21.7 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago, IL, USA; (add.info.: Matthew Calbraith Perry (1794-1858)

Background imageCommodore Perry Collection: View from Webster Island, Yedo Bay, litho by Sarony & Co. 1855 (chromolitho)

View from Webster Island, Yedo Bay, litho by Sarony & Co. 1855 (chromolitho)
1272245 View from Webster Island, Yedo Bay, litho by Sarony & Co. 1855 (chromolitho) by Heine, Peter Bernhard Wilhelm (1827-85) (after); 15x22.2 cm; Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info)

Background imageCommodore Perry Collection: Street in Hakodadi, from Narrative of the Expedition of an American Squadron to

Street in Hakodadi, from Narrative of the Expedition of an American Squadron to
STC105244 Street in Hakodadi, from Narrative of the Expedition of an American Squadron to the China Seas and Japan, pub. by Sarony & Co

Background imageCommodore Perry Collection: Delivery of the Presidents letter, Kurihama, Japan, 14 July 1853 (litho)

Delivery of the Presidents letter, Kurihama, Japan, 14 July 1853 (litho)
976066 Delivery of the Presidents letter, Kurihama, Japan, 14 July 1853 (litho) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Delivery of the Presidents letter)

Background imageCommodore Perry Collection: Kanaka Village, Bonin Islands (litho)

Kanaka Village, Bonin Islands (litho)
976061 Kanaka Village, Bonin Islands (litho) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Kanaka Village, Bonin Islands)

Background imageCommodore Perry Collection: Napha from Bamboo Village, litho by Sarony & Co. 1855 (chromolitho)

Napha from Bamboo Village, litho by Sarony & Co. 1855 (chromolitho)
1272242 Napha from Bamboo Village, litho by Sarony & Co. 1855 (chromolitho) by Heine, Peter Bernhard Wilhelm (1827-85); 15x22.2 cm; Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info)

Background imageCommodore Perry Collection: Before the unveiling of the monument to Commodore Perry, near Uraga (b / w photo)

Before the unveiling of the monument to Commodore Perry, near Uraga (b / w photo)
962683 Before the unveiling of the monument to Commodore Perry, near Uraga (b/w photo) by Japanese Photographer (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageCommodore Perry Collection: Commodore Perrys victory on Lake Erie, 10 September 1813 (colour litho)

Commodore Perrys victory on Lake Erie, 10 September 1813 (colour litho)
1127240 Commodore Perrys victory on Lake Erie, 10 September 1813 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; Peter Newark Pictures; American, out of copyright

Background imageCommodore Perry Collection: Commodore Perry leaving the Niagara for the Lawrence (colour litho)

Commodore Perry leaving the Niagara for the Lawrence (colour litho)
2800715 Commodore Perry leaving the Niagara for the Lawrence (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Commodore Perry leaving the Niagara for the Lawrence)

Background imageCommodore Perry Collection: Fire Companys House and Engine, Yokuhama, from

Fire Companys House and Engine, Yokuhama, from
STC105245 Fire Companys House and Engine, Yokuhama, from Narrative of the Expedition of an American Squadron to the China Seas and Japan, pub. by Sarony & Co

Background imageCommodore Perry Collection: Dinner given to the JapaneseCommissioners on board USS Powhatan (litho)

Dinner given to the JapaneseCommissioners on board USS Powhatan (litho)
976068 Dinner given to the JapaneseCommissioners on board USS Powhatan (litho) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageCommodore Perry Collection: View of Uraga, Yedo Bay, Japan (colour litho)

View of Uraga, Yedo Bay, Japan (colour litho)
976064 View of Uraga, Yedo Bay, Japan (colour litho) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: View of Uraga, Yedo Bay, Japan)

Background imageCommodore Perry Collection: Village near Napha, Lew Chew (Ryukyu Islands) (litho)

Village near Napha, Lew Chew (Ryukyu Islands) (litho)
976063 Village near Napha, Lew Chew (Ryukyu Islands) (litho) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Village near Napha, Lew Chew (Ryukyu Islands)

Background imageCommodore Perry Collection: Delivering of the American presents at Yokohama, Japan (litho)

Delivering of the American presents at Yokohama, Japan (litho)
976065 Delivering of the American presents at Yokohama, Japan (litho) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Delivering of the American presents at Yokohama)

Background imageCommodore Perry Collection: [Commodore Matthew Calbraith Perry], 1856-58. Creator: Mathew Brady

[Commodore Matthew Calbraith Perry], 1856-58. Creator: Mathew Brady
[Commodore Matthew Calbraith Perry], 1856-58

Background imageCommodore Perry Collection: American Woman Bathing her Children, 1862-1865, (1924). Creator: Sadahide Utagawa

American Woman Bathing her Children, 1862-1865, (1924). Creator: Sadahide Utagawa
American Woman Bathing her Children, 1862-1865, (1924). From the " Yokohama Kaiko Kenbunshi" (Incidents in the Opening of Yokohama Port) by Gountei Sadahide, [1862-1865]

Background imageCommodore Perry Collection: East over Mississippi Bay, where Perry came (1854), near Yokohama, Japan, 1904

East over Mississippi Bay, where Perry came (1854), near Yokohama, Japan, 1904. From The Underwood Travel Library - Japan, [Underwood & Underwood, London, New York, 1904]

Background imageCommodore Perry Collection: Ships of Commodore Perrys American expedition to Japan of 1852-1854

Ships of Commodore Perrys American expedition to Japan of 1852-1854. American naval officer Matthew Perry (1794-1858) was ordered by President Millard Fillmore to command an expedition to Japan to

Background imageCommodore Perry Collection: Mississippi Bay Yokohama. Suburb Yokohama Commodore Perry

Mississippi Bay Yokohama. Suburb Yokohama Commodore Perry
Mississippi Bay Near Yokohama. A Suburb of Yokohama, so named by Commodore Perry in 1854; Kazumasa Ogawa (Japanese, 1860 - 1929); 1897; Hand-colored Albumen silver print

Background imageCommodore Perry Collection: Portraits of American Naval Officers, Adams and Perry. Creator: Unknown

Portraits of American Naval Officers, Adams and Perry. Creator: Unknown
Portraits of American Naval Officers, Adams and Perry

Background imageCommodore Perry Collection: Statue of Commodore Perry, United States of America

Statue of Commodore Perry, United States of America


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Commodore Perry: A Pioneer in Diplomacy and Exploration Step back in time to the mid-19th century, where Commodore Perry made his mark as a prominent figure in American history. This captivating collection of images showcases various aspects of his life and legacy. In the first photograph, captured around 1853 or 1854 by an unknown creator, we catch a glimpse himself. His stern yet determined expression hints at the challenges he would face during his expeditions. Moving on to Joshua Appleby Williams' statue of Commodore Matthew Perry from 1850 to 1889, we witness a lasting tribute to this influential man. The statue stands tall, symbolizing bravery and leadership that shaped international relations between Japan and the United States. One lithograph depicts an iconic moment when Commodore Perry paid his farewell visit to Imperial Commissioners at Simoda, Japan. This historic encounter marked the beginning of diplomatic discussions that would forever change both nations' futures. Another lithograph transports us to Ryukyu Islands for a reception at Shui Castle. Here, cultural exchange takes center stage as locals welcome foreign visitors with open arms - a testament to the impact of Commodore Perry's efforts. The vibrant chromolitho print by Sarony & Co. , titled "Wrestlers at Yokohama, " captures an intriguing aspect of Japanese culture during that era. It showcases traditional wrestling matches that fascinated Western observers like never before. A woodblock print from c. 1853-54 presents another artistic portrayal amidst intricate details and vibrant colors typical of Japanese artistry. This medium beautifully captures his presence within their society during these transformative times. Sarony & Co. 's chromolitho print offers breathtaking scenery with its depiction titled "View from Webster Island, Yedo Bay. " The image invites viewers into nature's embrace while highlighting strategic locations significant for trade negotiations between nations.