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Antique Framed Print : Chinese actors, theatre performance, China
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Chinese actors, theatre performance, China
Vintage 19th century photograph:
Chinese actors, theatre performance, China
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Media ID 23447596
Ethnographic Tourist Traveller Albumen
21"x16" (54x41cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 15x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 21x16 inches (54x41cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.1cm x 23.6cm (14.6" x 9.3")
Estimated Product Size is 54cm x 41.4cm (21.3" x 16.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This vintage photograph captures a captivating moment from the rich and ancient Chinese theatrical tradition, dating back to the 1880s, 1890s, or early 1900s. The image showcases a group of Chinese actors in the midst of a mesmerizing performance, their faces etched with intense emotion and concentration. The ethereal quality of the albumen print, a common photographic process during this era, adds to the timeless and otherworldly atmosphere of the scene. The actors, dressed in traditional costumes, are likely performing a classic Chinese opera, a form of traditional Chinese theater that has been an integral part of Chinese culture for centuries. The intricate details of their costumes, makeup, and props reveal the depth of the art form and the dedication of the performers. This photograph offers a glimpse into the ethnic and ethnographic history of China during the 19th century, a time when the country was undergoing significant changes as it began to open up to the outside world. The image serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving the rich and diverse cultural heritage of China and the world. For travelers and tourists of the era, this photograph would have been a prized addition to their albums, a tangible reminder of their experiences and encounters with the exotic and unfamiliar. Today, it serves as a window into the past, offering us a glimpse into a world that is both familiar and foreign, and a reminder of the enduring power of the performing arts to transport us across time and space.
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