Untitled (General view of Hong Kong from the Scandal Point looking west)
1870
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1870
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
You’re looking at a busy Hong Kong harbor in the 1860s. Tall ships crowd the water, and two big buildings—City Hall and St. John’s Cathedral—stand out against the skyline. This painting was made for Westerners who wanted a souvenir of the city’s fast growth. Most locals never bought these views; the artist aimed at sailors, merchants, and colonists instead. If you like this kind of city snapshot, check out the subject: england, 19th century.
