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Hong Kong street scene, 1890s C016 / 4499
Hong Kong street scene. Pedestrians, carts, rickshaws and signs in both Chinese script and English on a hill street in Hong Kong in the 1890s. At the time, this area was a British colony. This lantern slide, by US explorer and survey photographer William Henry Jackson (1843-1942), was obtained for the Worlds Transportation Commission, a worldwide survey carried out for the Field Columbian Museum of Chicago, USA. The lantern slides in this collection were hand-coloured with dyes and paints. Here, the areas at far right and left have not been coloured
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Media ID 9204957
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1890s British Empire Cart China Chinese City Colonial Colony Commerce Hill Hong Kong Human Geography Laborer Labourer Oriental Pedestrians Policeman Pushing Shop Shops Sign Signs Slope Street Street Scene Survey Trader Traders Trading Traveling Travelling Urban Environment Walking Worker Carts Incline Keepers Lantern Slide Rickshaw Rickshaws Shop Keeper Shopkeepers William Henry Jackson
10"x8" Mount with 8"x6" Print
Step back in time with our stunning mounted photo from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring a captivating 1890s Hong Kong street scene (C016 / 4499). Witness the hustle and bustle of this vibrant British colony as pedestrians navigate the narrow hillside streets, while rickshaws and carts transport goods. The rich cultural blend is evident in the signs displaying both Chinese script and English language. This evocative image from the Library of Congress/Science Photo Library transports you to a bygone era, making it an exquisite addition to any home or office decor.
Printed on 8"x6" paper and suitable for use in a 10"x8" frame (frame not included). Prints are mounted with card both front and back. Featuring a custom cut aperture to match chosen image. Professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper.
Photo prints supplied in custom cut card mount ready for framing
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 19.4cm x 15.2cm (7.6" x 6")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print captures a bustling Hong Kong street scene in the 1890s, during its time as a British colony. The image showcases a vibrant and diverse urban environment filled with pedestrians, carts, rickshaws, and an array of signs written in both Chinese script and English. The hill street setting adds an intriguing element to the composition. Taken by renowned US explorer and survey photographer William Henry Jackson, this lantern slide was obtained for the World Transportation Commission's worldwide survey on behalf of the Field Columbian Museum in Chicago. Hand-colored with dyes and paints, this particular print retains its original black-and-white format on the far right and left sides. The photograph offers a glimpse into history as it portrays individuals from different walks of life engaging in various activities such as trading, walking, pushing carts, or simply going about their daily routines. From shopkeepers to laborers to policemen, people from all backgrounds can be seen navigating through this busy commercial area. As we admire this remarkable piece captured over a century ago by Jackson's lens, it serves as a testament to Hong Kong's rich cultural heritage while also highlighting its significant role within the British Empire during that era. This historical gem is not only visually stunning but also provides valuable insights into the city's past dynamics and societal fabric.
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