Whampoa Pagoda

Whampoa pagoda was regarded by westerners as a symbol of China. It was visible along the Pearl River up to Whampoa and became a familiar sight to all Westerners who traded with China. It has nine stories and was most probably used as a watchtower.

Object Details

ID: PAD0371
Collection: Fine art
Type: Print
Display location: Not on display
Creator: Daniell, Thomas; Longman, Hurst, Rees, Orme & Brown Daniell, William
Places: Whampoa Island
Date made: 1 Jul 1810
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Sheet: 185 mm x 253 mm
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