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Han-Kau Arsenal, a Chinese attempt to imitate the despised foreigner (b / w photo)
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Han-Kau Arsenal, a Chinese attempt to imitate the despised foreigner (b / w photo)
6003684 Han-Kau Arsenal, a Chinese attempt to imitate the despised foreigner (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Han-Kau Arsenal, a Chinese attempt to imitate the despised foreigner. Illustration for China of Today or The Yellow Peril edited by Charles N Robinson (Navy & Army Illustrated and George Newnes, c 1896).); © Look and Learn
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Attempt Crisis Foreigner Nineties The Yellow Peril Chineses Despised Imitate
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This print captures the Han-Kau Arsenal, a fascinating Chinese attempt to imitate the despised foreigner. Taken by a European photographer in the 19th century, this image is part of a private collection that sheds light on an intriguing period in history. The Han-Kau Arsenal stands as a symbol of China's ambition to emulate its foreign counterparts during a time when Western influence was both admired and loathed. The photograph serves as an illustration for "China of Today or The Yellow Peril" edited by Charles N Robinson in 1896. This publication aimed to explore the complexities of China's relationship with the outside world. Intriguingly, this image reveals how China sought to bridge cultural gaps by replicating foreign designs and technologies within their own arsenal. It reflects both admiration for Western advancements and an underlying sense of crisis known as "the yellow peril". This term refers to anxieties surrounding Asian influences that were perceived as threatening to Western dominance. By showcasing this historical artifact, Bridgeman Images invites us to contemplate not only China's attempts at imitation but also the broader dynamics between East and West during this era. As we delve into Asia's rich history, it becomes evident that perceptions of identity, power struggles, and cultural exchange have always shaped our global narrative.
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