Chinese Junk Collection

Hong Kong Harbour With Red Sailed Junk, Hong Kong, Special Administrative Region of the Peoples Republic of China

Merchant ship attacked by Chinese pirates
Chinese pirates attacking a European merchant ship, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Junk on Victoria Harbour, Hong Kong, China

Chinese junk, Qing Dynasty. Flat-bottomed, three-masted ship with compartmentalized hold
FLO4590561 Chinese junk, Qing Dynasty. Flat-bottomed, three-masted ship with compartmentalized hold. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Andrea Freschi after Antoine Cardon

A Chinese Junk with a sternpost rudder, 1850
3331142 A Chinese Junk with a sternpost rudder, 1850; (add.info.: Engraving of a Chinese Junk, an ancient Chinese sailing ship design, with a sternpost rudder)

A Chinese Junk with a sternpost rudder, 1850
3330773 A Chinese Junk with a sternpost rudder, 1850; (add.info.: Engraving of a Chinese Junk, an ancient Chinese sailing ship design, with a sternpost rudder)

A Chinese Junk with a sternpost rudder, 1850
3330775 A Chinese Junk with a sternpost rudder, 1850; (add.info.: Engraving of a Chinese Junk, an ancient Chinese sailing ship design, with a sternpost rudder)

A Chinese Junk with a sternpost rudder, 1850
3330770 A Chinese Junk with a sternpost rudder, 1850; (add.info.: Engraving of a Chinese Junk, an ancient Chinese sailing ship design, with a sternpost rudder)

A Chinese Junk with a sternpost rudder, 1850
3330772 A Chinese Junk with a sternpost rudder, 1850; (add.info.: Engraving of a Chinese Junk, an ancient Chinese sailing ship design, with a sternpost rudder)

A Chinese Junk with a sternpost rudder, 1850
3331156 A Chinese Junk with a sternpost rudder, 1850; (add.info.: Engraving of a Chinese Junk, an ancient Chinese sailing ship design, with a sternpost rudder)

A Chinese Junk with a sternpost rudder, 1850
3330776 A Chinese Junk with a sternpost rudder, 1850; (add.info.: Engraving of a Chinese Junk, an ancient Chinese sailing ship design, with a sternpost rudder)

Stern and rudder of the Chinese Junk brought to London as a tourist attraction (engraving)
559231 Stern and rudder of the Chinese Junk brought to London as a tourist attraction (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Chinese Junk in the East India Docks (engraving)
1607178 The Chinese Junk in the East India Docks (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Chinese Junk in the East India Docks)

The Chinese Junk illuminated, the Assault of Arms (engraving)
1102095 The Chinese Junk illuminated, the Assault of Arms (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Chinese Junk illuminated, the Assault of Arms)

Chinese Junk (engraving)
2793491 Chinese Junk (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chinese Junk. Illustration for The Penny Magazine, 11 January 1834)

The Chinese Junk brought to London as a tourist attraction (engraving)
559234 The Chinese Junk brought to London as a tourist attraction (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The War between France and China, Views at Foochow and Formosa (engraving)
1045633 The War between France and China, Views at Foochow and Formosa (engraving) by Wyllie, Charles William (1853-1923); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War between France and China)

Chinese junk boat, side view

Chinese Junk, Victoria Harbour, Hong Kong, China

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"Exploring the Rich Maritime History: The Chinese Junk" A mesmerizing sight in Hong Kong Harbour, with its vibrant red sails, a traditional Chinese junk gracefully glides through the waters of this bustling city. Unveiling tales from the past, a merchant ship valiantly battles against relentless attacks by notorious Chinese pirates, showcasing the dangers faced on ancient trade routes. Victoria Harbour witnesses an enchanting scene as a majestic junk sails across its shimmering waters, capturing the essence of China's seafaring heritage. London marvels at the intricate craftsmanship displayed in the stern and rudder of a Chinese Junk brought to this cosmopolitan city as an intriguing tourist attraction. Docked at East India Docks, a magnificent Chinese Junk becomes an object of curiosity and wonder for Londoners eager to explore distant cultures and their maritime traditions. Illuminated against the night sky, witness "The Assault of Arms" on board a grandiose Chinese Junk - an engraving that depicts both beauty and conflict intertwined on these vessels. Delicate strokes etch out details on paper; behold an exquisite engraving portraying the elegance and grace of a traditional Chinese Junk sailing through vast open seas. Another captivating moment captured in history - London embraces yet another visit from afar as it welcomes The Chinese Junk once again as an alluring tourist attraction. Amidst tensions between France and China lies Foochow and Formosa; discover vivid engravings that depict scenes where junks play pivotal roles during times of war. Returning to Hong Kong Harbour once more, we are reminded of how these iconic red-sailed junks continue to symbolize tradition while harmoniously coexisting with modernity. Note.