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Framed Print : Men collecting varnish from the Chinese lacquer tree
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Men collecting varnish from the Chinese lacquer tree
Chinese men collecting varnish from the Chinese lacquer tree, Toxicodendron vernicifluum, using bamboo pipes. One man stirs collected varnish in a pan while another eats from a bowl with chopsticks. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Andrea Freschi after Antoine Cardon from Henri-Leonard-Jean-Baptiste Bertin and Jean Baptiste Joseph Bretons China, Its Costumes, Arts, Manufactures, etc. Howlett and Brimmer, London, 1824
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Andrea Antoine Arts Bamboo Baptiste Bertin Bowl Breton Cardon Chopsticks Collector Freschi Henri Leonard Jean Baptiste Lacquer Pipe Varnish Toxicodendron
22"x18" (58x48cm) Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating 'Men Collecting Varnish' framed print from the Media Storehouse collection. This exquisite image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports us back in time to witness Chinese artisans in their traditional practice of collecting varnish from the Chinese lacquer tree. Depicting two men skillfully extracting the valuable resin using bamboo pipes, one man stirs the collected varnish in a pan while the other enjoys a meal with chopsticks. This evocative, rights-managed print adds an air of ancient wisdom and cultural richness to any space. Elevate your interior design with this intriguing piece of world history.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 16x12 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 22x18 inches (58x48cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm 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
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 23.8cm x 39.6cm (9.4" x 15.6")
Estimated Product Size is 47.8cm x 57.9cm (18.8" x 22.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This hand-colored copperplate engraving by Andrea Freschi, after Antoine Cardon, depicts a scene of Chinese men collecting varnish from the Chinese lacquer tree (Toxicodendron vernicifluum). The men are deeply engrossed in their work, with one man stirring the collected varnish in a pan while another takes a break, eating from a bowl using chopsticks. The use of bamboo pipes to extract the varnish from the tree is a testament to the traditional methods used in the production of Chinese lacquer. Lacquer, a resin obtained from the sap of the Chinese lacquer tree, has been used in China for thousands of years for various purposes, including as a decorative coating for furniture, utensils, and other household items. The process of collecting and preparing the varnish was a labor-intensive and time-consuming task, requiring great skill and patience. The intricate details of the engraving show the men in traditional Chinese clothing, adding to the authenticity of the scene. The use of hand-coloring further enhances the visual appeal of the print, making it a beautiful and fascinating glimpse into the past. This engraving is from the publication "China, Its Costumes, Arts, Manufactures, etc." by Henri-Leonard-Jean-Baptiste Bertin and Jean Baptiste Joseph Breton, published in London in 1824. It provides a valuable record of Chinese culture and industry during the early 19th century and is a testament to the rich artistic heritage of the time.
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