Poster Print : Drawing of Chinese street fish seller
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Drawing of Chinese street fish seller
One of a set of 12 coloured drawings on paper found and carried off from one of the forts of Woosung by Captain (then Lieutenant) Henry Eden, R.N. on 18 June 1842. He considered them to be at least 20 years old at that time? Date: circa 1822
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Media ID 14397532
© Mary Evans Picture Library/Harry Price
1822 1842 Carried Considered Drawings Eden Forts Found Lieutenant Woosung Years
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Bring the vibrant colors and intriguing stories of the past into your home with our Media Storehouse range of Poster Prints. This captivating image, "Drawing of Chinese street fish seller" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, is part of a collection of twelve coloured drawings on paper discovered and rescued from one of the forts of Woosung by Captain Henry Eden, R.N., on June 18, 1842. Each print offers a unique glimpse into history, transporting you to another time and place. Add these stunning works of art to your walls and start your own personal history gallery. With high-quality printing and durable materials, our poster prints are sure to become cherished additions to your decor.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This drawing depicts a Chinese street fish seller, one of a set of twelve coloured drawings on paper discovered by Lieutenant Henry Eden, R.N., on June 18, 1842, during his exploration of the forts of Woosung, China. The drawings are estimated to be at least twenty years old at the time, dating back to approximately 1822. The intricate details in this artwork showcase the vibrant energy and bustling atmosphere of Chinese markets during that era. The fish seller is skillfully rendered, with a determined expression and a large basket of fresh fish balanced on his head. The use of rich, bold colors adds depth and texture to the scene, transporting us back in time to experience the sights and sounds of the bustling Chinese marketplace. These rare and precious drawings offer a unique glimpse into the daily life of China during the early 19th century, providing valuable historical and cultural insights for scholars, art enthusiasts, and anyone with an interest in Chinese history and art.
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