Hermann von der Heyde - a monumental bronze vase, in commemoration of the capture of the Taku Forts on 17 June 1900. Heavy vase with stepped base, bulbous middle section and flaring neck with meandering bands inbetween. There are ocean waves spilling over rocks and swimming sea monsters on the base, the middle section is decorated with trees, leaves and ex historic, historical, 1900s, 20th century, 19th century, navy, naval forces, military, militaria, branch of service, branches of service, armed forces, armed service, object, objects, stills, clipping, clippi,

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