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Sketches in the Colonial Section of the Paris Exhibition (engraving)
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Sketches in the Colonial Section of the Paris Exhibition (engraving)
1626546 Sketches in the Colonial Section of the Paris Exhibition (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches in the Colonial Section of the Paris Exhibition. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 8 June 1889.
English School (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23076682
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Corner Dinner Doorway Eastern Asia Exhibitions Gaboon New Caledonia Paris Exhibition Shuttlecock Type West Africa Annamite Annamites Chinese Pavilion
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This engraving titled "Sketches in the Colonial Section of the Paris Exhibition" takes us back to the 19th century, immersing us in a world of cultural diversity and exploration. The image showcases a soldier amidst a country setting, surrounded by an array of intriguing scenes. In this bustling corner of the Paris Exhibition, we witness soldiers mingling with Annamites and natives from West Africa. A dinner scene unfolds nearby as individuals engage in animated conversations while enjoying their meal. The artist's sketches beautifully capture the essence of each character, highlighting their unique features and attire. Our gaze is drawn towards a Chinese pavilion where locals are engrossed in playing shuttlecock, showcasing Eastern Asian traditions within this colonial context. Beyond them lies a doorway leading to a village exhibition featuring huts reminiscent of New Caledonia and Gaboon. The Paris Exhibition serves as an emblematic meeting point for cultures from around the globe, offering visitors glimpses into distant lands and diverse customs. This engraving provides viewers with an opportunity to explore French overseas territories through artistry that transcends time. As we admire this print from Bridgeman Images' collection, we are transported to France's vibrant capital during its heyday as one of Europe's cultural epicenters. It reminds us how exhibitions like these have played pivotal roles in shaping our understanding and appreciation for different cultures within the European Union and beyond.
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