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The Chinese Question, Views of the Stations acquired by Great Britain and Russia (litho)
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The Chinese Question, Views of the Stations acquired by Great Britain and Russia (litho)
1615462 The Chinese Question, Views of the Stations acquired by Great Britain and Russia (litho) by Loye, Charles Auguste (Montbard) (1841-1905); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Chinese Question, Views of the Stations acquired by Great Britain and Russia. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 16 April 1898.
G Montbard); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23086842
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Acquired Boxer Rebellion Chinese Question Dockyard Entering Hms Centurion Islands Loye Charles Auguste 1841 1905 Montbard G Montbard George Mouth Port Arthur Stations Talien Wan Wei Hai Wei Chineses Eastern Entrance Leased
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This lithograph, titled "The Chinese Question, Views of the Stations acquired by Great Britain and Russia" offers a glimpse into the complex geopolitical landscape of late 19th-century Asia. Created by Charles Auguste Loye, a renowned French illustrator, this print showcases various scenes related to the Boxer Rebellion and the territorial acquisitions made by Great Britain and Russia in China. In this engraving, we see a bustling harbor filled with ships from different nations. The British Royal Navy's HMS Centurion can be seen entering the port alongside Russian vessels. The topography of the area is meticulously depicted, highlighting important locations such as Port Arthur, Talien Wan, Wei Hai Wei, and other stations acquired by these European powers. The image also captures elements of military presence with breakwater forts strategically positioned along the coast. This visual narrative provides insight into how global powers sought to secure their interests in Asia during this era. Loye's attention to detail brings life to this historical moment while emphasizing the significance of naval power in shaping international relations. As viewers explore this lithograph further, they are transported back in time to witness an intricate web of alliances and rivalries that defined East-West interactions during that period. "The Chinese Question" serves as both an artistic masterpiece and a valuable historical document that sheds light on an often overlooked chapter in world history.
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