Chapter Summary
Voyage from Europe to Boston
Maximilian’s expedition began with a 48-day voyage from Europe to America. Maximilian, Bodmer, and Driedoppel departed from the Dutch port of Helvoet on the brig Janus. Always at the mercy of the weather, the sail-powered ship was frequently subjected to violent storms, then becalmed by windless days.
May 14, 1832
Viewing of Hoboken’s house in the city. Rooms with curiosities from Java and Japan. Beautiful, shiny, lacquered furniture. Pictures of all his ships. Chinese drawings. Mounted birds. Butterflies. Currency exchange, flag, business on board. Noon at home. Mr. Bodmer sketches a ship. At five o’clock, farewell visit at the home of Hoboken.