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Title: SMS Hertha: German Protected Cruiser in the Far East – 1903 Chromolithograph
This 1903 chromolithograph by Hugo Graf from 'Deutschland zur See' features the SMS Hertha, a protected cruiser of the German Imperial Navy, launched in 1897. The print, measuring approximately 20 x 33 cm on its original 39 x 51 cm mount, captures the ship against an exotic coastal backdrop, hinting at its service in distant waters. SMS Hertha served in the East Asia Squadron, reflecting Germany’s expanding influence in Asia. It saw action in China during the Boxer Rebellion in 1900 and continued to patrol German colonies in the Pacific. This piece, with slight wear and spotting on the mount, is ideal for collectors interested in maritime history and Germany’s imperial endeavors before World War I.
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Here are some interesting facts and highlights about SMS Hertha:
1. **Service in the East Asia Squadron**: SMS Hertha was part of the German East Asia Squadron, a fleet stationed in the Pacific to protect German colonial interests in China and the Pacific islands. The ship's service in Asia symbolized Germany’s ambitions to establish a global presence and compete with other European colonial powers.
2. **Participation in the Boxer Rebellion**: In 1900, SMS Hertha was deployed to China to support the suppression of the Boxer Rebellion. Along with other German and international forces, the cruiser helped protect foreign nationals and interests in China, as well as assert Germany’s influence in the region.
3. **Protected Cruiser Design**: SMS Hertha was classified as a protected cruiser, meaning it had an armored deck to protect its critical areas, including the engines and ammunition. This design provided protection without the weight of full armor plating, allowing it to remain relatively fast and maneuverable—a feature suited to patrolling far-flung colonial waters.
4. **Role in Diplomacy and Training**: In addition to military duties, SMS Hertha frequently participated in diplomatic missions and served as a training ship for naval cadets. Its tours in distant colonies and foreign ports contributed to Germany’s diplomatic visibility and demonstrated its naval reach during an era of imperial expansion.
5. **Pre-World War I Naval Evolution**: Although advanced when launched, SMS Hertha quickly became outdated as new cruiser designs with greater speed, armor, and firepower emerged. It was eventually repurposed for training and secondary duties as Germany’s naval technology advanced in the lead-up to World War I.
6. **Decommissioning and Post-War Fate**: SMS Hertha was decommissioned after World War I, following the restrictions imposed by the Treaty of Versailles, which significantly limited the size of Germany’s post-war navy. Like many older ships, it was eventually scrapped.
SMS Hertha holds a unique place in the history of the German Imperial Navy, representing an era when Germany sought to expand its colonial footprint and naval influence in Asia and the Pacific. Its service during the Boxer Rebellion and as part of the East Asia Squadron highlights Germany’s efforts to project power far beyond European waters, making it a symbol of pre-WWI German imperial aspirations.
- Dimensions:Height: 15.36 in (39 cm)Width: 20.08 in (51 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.02 mm)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Period:1900-1909
- Date of Manufacture:1903
- Condition:Good condition. The mount has slight wear and occasional spotting, adding to its vintage charm, common in prints of this age. Please study the images carefully.
- Seller Location:Langweer, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: BG-13936-91stDibs: LU3054342319382
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