Chinese Collection (page 4)

Chinese man and a Malaysian woman
Chinese businessman and a Malaysian woman in traditional attire, 1800s. Antique hand-colored print

Tianzi mountain in the mist at sunrise, Zhangjiajie national forest park, Hunan, China

Egg waffles, Mong Kok, Kowloon, Hong Kong

Jardine House, Hong Kong, Special Administrative Region of the Peoples Republic of China

Bund, Shanghai, China. One of the most famous places in Shanghai and China

Festival Stilt Dance and Dancers - Dalian, Manchukuo, China
Manchukuo - a puppet state of the Empire of Japan in Northeast China and Inner Mongolia from 1932 until 1945. It was founded as a republic, but in 1934 it became a constitutional monarchy

Hong Kong Harbour With Red Sailed Junk, Hong Kong, Special Administrative Region of the Peoples Republic of China

City skyline viewed from Victoria Peak by night, Hong Kong, China, Asia

Anna May Wong, 1928
Chinese-American actress Anna May Wong (1905-1961) reads a menu in Londons Chinatown in Limehouse. 1928

Qibao Catholic Church, Shanghai, China, circa 1880s. Date: circa 1880s

Guan Yin. 10th c. - 13th c. Bodhisattva of compassion. Chinese art. Song period. Sculpture on wood. FRANCE. Ό E-DE-FRANCE. Paris. Guimet Museum

Museum of the Terracotta Warriors, bust of a Cavalryman, Xian, Shaanxi Province, China, Asia

WW1 - Pekin Camp, Camp for Chinese Labour Corps, Mont Kemmel
WW1 - Pekin Camp - Camp for The Chinese Labour Corps on the Western Front. The camp was near The Kemmelberg (also known as Kemmel Hill or Mont Kemmel), Heuvelland, West Flanders, Belgium

Caerhays Castle with its Magnolias and Camellias. ( Magnolia sargentiana var robusta )
One of the finest Collections of Magnolias and Camellias in the Country at Caerhays Castle on the South Coast of Cornwall in a valley above Porthluney Cove neat St Austell

Mao tse-tung in 1937 or 1938

Phasianus colchicus decollatus, common (Chinese ringless) ph
Plate 57 by Joseph Wolf from Daniel Giraud Elliots A Monograph of the Phasianid, or Family of the Pheasants, (1872)

19th-century gold mining, Australia. Artwork of Chinese workers excavating and washing gold ores at a gold mine in Australia

Workers cheering the first train over the mountains from California
Snowsheds protecting a transcontinental railroad train in the Sierra Nevada mountains. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Mongol nomads moving camp
Medieval Tartar yurts and wagons moving camp. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Plowing rice paddies with water buffalo
Using water buffalo to plow rice paddies in China. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Imperial Palace at Shenyang, Liaoning Province, China
Part of the Imperial Palace at Shenyang, Liaoning Province, China. Construction began in 1625 under Nurhachi, and was completed in 1636 by his son, Huang Taiji (Emperor Taizong)

Cable car in Ocean Park, Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong, China, Asia

The 1177m cable stayed Ting Kau Bridge linking the northwest New Territories, city and airport via Tsing Yi island, part of the huge airport project, Hong Kong, China, Asia

Moon Gate, West Lake, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China, Asia

Neon lights at night on Nathan Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong, China, Asia

Evening Dress 1922
Sleeveless, slash neck Chinese or orientally inspired black dress by Worth with red tassel detail which with the horizontal & vertical drapery draws attention to the hips

Chinese Foot-Binding
The damage caused by the practise of Chinese foot- binding to the structure of the foot, and the foot as it would appear encased in a shoe

Chinese Acupuncture Char
An ancient Chinese acupuncture chart

Zhuang Zhou, aka Zhuangzi or Chuang Tzu, c. 369 - c. 286 BC. Chinese philosopher

Audi R8 LMS Cup China
Cheng Congfu (Franky) (CHN) FAW-VW Audi Racing Teamat Audi R8 LMS Cup, Rd11 and Rd12, Shanghai International Circuit, Shanghai, China, 4-5 November 2016

Traffic and boats along the Bund, Shanghai, China, c. 1920 Vintage early 20th century
Traffic and boats along the Bund, Shanghai, China, c.1920 Vintage early 20th century photograph

China c. 1880s - Great Wall of China top of the Nankow Pass
Vintage 19th century photograph China c.1880s - Great Wall of China at the top of the Nankow Pass

Miss Mary Ho-Tung - British Empire Exhibition
Miss Mary Ho-Tung, daughter of Sir Robert and Lady Ho-Tung, who had travelled to Britain with her parents in 1924 for the British Empire exhibition

British Empire Exhibition - Sir Robert & Lady Ho-Tung
Sir Robert and Lady Ho-Tung, who had travelled to Britain in 1924 for the British Empire Exhibition. Sir Robert was a prominent merchant in Hong Kong and associated with the firm of Jardine

Portraits of Chinese emperors, empress and famous men
Portraits of Chinese emperors and famous men including ruler god Fo-hi 1, philosopher Confucius 2, the bookburner Qin Shi Huang 3, the writer Fo-chen 4, empress Wu Zetian 5 and emperor Taizong

Centella, Indian pennywort or gotu kola, Centella asiatica (Hydrocotyle asiatica). Handcoloured lithograph by Hanhart after a botanical illustration by David Blair from Robert Bentley

Dinosaurs of the Mesozoic Era - China
An artificial reconstruction by Neave Parker (with the co-operation of Dr. W. E. Swinton) of Dinosaurs of the Mesozoic Era found in China especially in the Provinces of Kansu and Szechuan

China, Hong Kong, Incense Shop Display

Yulong River at dusk, Yangshuo, Guangxi, China

Junk boat in Victoria Harbour at dusk, Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong

Ganden Monastery, Wangbur Mountain, Lhasa, Tibet, China

Junk boat passing Convention Centre and Hong Kong Island skyline, Hong Kong, China

Graca & Cos stall - Hong Kong - important printers and vendors of postcards, stamps and stationary. Date: circa 1905

Chinese Farmer with Palmleaf Raincoat carrying hoe and smoking a cheroot. Date: circa 1905

Aerial view of Kuling, Lushan, China
Aerial view of the village of Kuling, a summer resort in the Lushan Mountains, central China. Date: circa 1925

La Hacienda, Hong Kong, China
La Hacienda, luxury apartments in Mount Kellett Road, Hong Kong, China. Date: circa 1949

SHANGHAI: BUND, 1883. A view of the English settlement along the Bund in Shanghai, China, looking toward the Hong Kong and Shanghai Bank and showing the English Club (extreme left)

YANG CHANG-MEI (d. 1862). Chinese wife of American military adventurer, Frederick Townsend Ward (1831-1862)

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"Exploring the Rich Tapestry of Chinese Culture: From Puccini's Turandot to Chairman Mao's Cultural Revolution Poster" Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of China, where ancient traditions blend harmoniously with modern influences. Just like Puccini's opera "Turandot, " which captivates audiences with its majestic melodies and mythical tales, China is a land that weaves together history and artistry. Step into a room adorned with Chinoiserie wallpaper J050121 or J050124, and feel transported to an era when intricate designs depicting vibrant landscapes and delicate blossoms were all the rage. These wallpapers pay homage to the beauty aesthetics, reflecting their timeless elegance. Intriguing deities such as Zao Jun, known as the Chinese kitchen god, watch over households ensuring good fortune and blessings upon those who honor him. Alongside Buddha, Laotzu, and Confucius - revered figures embodying wisdom and enlightenment - they form a spiritual tapestry that has shaped Chinese beliefs for centuries. Venture outdoors amidst nature's wonders; encounter the mesmerizing sight of a Ring-Necked Pheasant gracefully roaming through lush landscapes. Like Ma Yuan's masterpiece "Walking on a mountain path, " these scenes evoke tranquility while showcasing China's breathtaking scenery. The allure of prosperity beckons with Tsai Shen Yeh - The Chinese God of wealth. Revered by many seeking abundance in their lives, this deity embodies aspirations for success and financial well-being. Chinese Communist Propaganda Posters featuring Chairman Mao remind us of an era marked by ideological fervor during China’s recent history. They serve as powerful reminders of how political movements can shape nations' destinies while highlighting societal changes brought about by revolutionary ideals. Marvel at a golden statue portraying a reclining laughing Buddha covered in small Buddhas – an embodiment of joyousness found within oneself despite life’s challenges.