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Chinese cruiser Tung Chi, Hong Kong
Chinese cruiser Tung Chi, Hong Kong. Date: circa 1920s
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Media ID 14168489
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Cruiser Cruisers Hong Kong Tung
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Bring the rich history of the past into your home with our stunning Media Storehouse Canvas Prints. This exquisite piece features the Chinese cruiser Tung Chi, docked in Hong Kong during the 1920s, captured in vibrant detail from the Mary Evans Prints Online archive. Our premium quality canvas prints are not only visually striking but also long-lasting, with a textured finish that brings the image to life. Each print is individually produced to order, ensuring a perfect fit for your decor. Add a touch of history and elegance to your living space with this beautiful Chinese cruiser canvas print.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
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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In this evocative photograph, the Chinese cruiser Tung Chi is moored in the bustling harbor of Hong Kong during the 1920s. The Tung Chi, a versatile and formidable vessel of the Chinese Beiyang Fleet, was one of the most modern cruisers of its time. Commissioned in 1917, it was built in the United Kingdom and armed with a battery of twelve 152mm guns, making it a significant naval presence in the region. The Tung Chi's visit to Hong Kong was likely for diplomatic or training purposes, as China was undergoing a period of political instability and foreign influence in the early 20th century. The backdrop of the city's iconic skyline, with its European-style buildings and traditional Chinese structures, underscores the unique blend of cultures that characterized Hong Kong during this era. The photograph captures the Tung Chi in all its glory, with its sleek hull, tall funnel, and multiple masts and rigging. The crew members can be seen on the deck, engaged in their daily routines, while others stand at attention, ready for inspection. The waterfront is bustling with activity, with people and cargo moving to and fro. This photograph is a testament to the rich maritime history of China and the Far East, and the Tung Chi's presence in Hong Kong's harbor serves as a reminder of the region's complex and dynamic past. The image transports us back in time, allowing us to witness a moment in history that continues to shape our understanding of the world today.
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