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Coolies Round the Food Vendors Stall, after 1825 (oil on canvas)
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Coolies Round the Food Vendors Stall, after 1825 (oil on canvas)
XYC265051 Coolies Round the Food Vendors Stall, after 1825 (oil on canvas) by Chinnery, George (1774-1852); 24.1x20.6 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection, USA; English, out of copyright
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Buying Coolie Oriental Selling Street Trader Vegetables Vendor Labourer
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This oil on canvas painting, titled "Coolies Round the Food Vendors Stall" transports us back to a bustling street scene in 19th-century China. Created by the talented artist George Chinnery, this artwork measures 24.1x20.6 cm and is currently housed at the Yale Center for British Art as part of the esteemed Paul Mellon Collection. In this vibrant composition, Chinnery skillfully captures the essence of everyday life in Oriental culture during that era. The focal point of the image is a food vendor's stall surrounded by coolie workers, who are engaged in various activities such as selling and buying vegetables. These laborers, dressed in traditional attire, exude an air of resilience and hard work. The artist's attention to detail is evident through his meticulous brushwork and use of color. Each figure comes alive with distinct facial expressions and gestures, providing a glimpse into their individual stories within this lively marketplace setting. Through this artwork, Chinnery invites viewers to immerse themselves in a world far removed from our own but filled with rich cultural heritage and human connection. It serves as a testament to both the artistic mastery of its creator and an important historical document capturing a specific moment in time. As we admire this print today courtesy of www. bridgemanimages. com, let us appreciate not only its aesthetic beauty but also its ability to transport us across continents and centuries into another realm altogether.
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