Sketches on the Yangtsze River, China (engraving)

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Sketches on the Yangtsze River, China (engraving)

1626713 Sketches on the Yangtsze River, China (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches on the Yangtsze River, China. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 18 January 1890.
English School (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection

Media ID 22261824

© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images

Approaching Backs Bound Carried Ferry Goods Junk Landed Yangtze River Chineses Downward Ichang

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This print titled "Sketches on the Yangtsze River, China" takes us back to the 19th century and offers a glimpse into the bustling activity along this iconic river. The engraving, created by an English School artist, showcases various scenes that highlight the significance of the Yangtsze River in Chinese history. The image captures a diverse range of subjects and activities. From junks gracefully sailing through Niukan Gorge to men approaching boats at the entrance, every detail tells a story. We see people carrying goods on their backs as they disembark from landed vessels while others are busy ferrying passengers across boundless waters. Notably, two specific rapids are depicted: Tungling Rapid and Shin Tan Great Rapid in Ichang Gorge. These treacherous sections of the Yangtze River were challenging for boat transport but served as crucial trade routes connecting different regions of Asia. Transportation plays a significant role in this artwork; it symbolizes connectivity and movement within Chinese society during that era. The image also provides insight into daily life along the riverbanks – showcasing both Chinese locals and foreigners engaging in commerce or simply going about their routines. Overall, this print is not only visually stunning but also serves as a historical document capturing an important period in China's past. It allows us to appreciate how rivers like Yangtsze played vital roles in shaping cultural exchanges and economic development throughout Asia.

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