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Chinese trackers eating rice with chopsticks, 18th century. 1822 (engraving)
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Chinese trackers eating rice with chopsticks, 18th century. 1822 (engraving)
7234167 Chinese trackers eating rice with chopsticks, 18th century. 1822 (engraving) by Alexander, William (1767-1816) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chinese trackers eating rice with chopsticks, 18th century. Trackers towed junks and boats on rivers and wore boards on their chests to protect from rope burn. They wore long pigtails or pien-za tied around their heads.Journaliers prenant leur repas. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by William Alexander from J-B. Eyries La Chine: Costumes, Moeurs et Usages des Chinois, China: Costumes, Manners and Mores of the Chinese, Librairie de Gide Fils, Paris, 1822. Jean-Baptiste Eyries(1767-1846) was aFrenchgeographer, author and translator.); © Florilegius
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This engraving, titled "Chinese trackers eating rice with chopsticks" offers a glimpse into the lives of 18th-century Chinese workers. Created by William Alexander and engraved in 1822, this print showcases the daily routine of trackers who towed junks and boats along rivers. In this scene, we see several Chinese trackers taking a moment to enjoy their meal. Seated together on the riverbank, they skillfully use chopsticks to eat rice from bowls. Their traditional attire, including long pigtails or pien-za tied around their heads, reflects their cultural identity and profession. The image also highlights some unique aspects of these workers' lives. To protect themselves from rope burn during their laborious tasks, they wear boards on their chests. This detail adds depth to our understanding of the challenges faced by these hardworking individuals. Through this engraving, we are transported back in time to witness an ordinary moment in the bustling life of 18th-century China. The hand-colored copperplate technique used by Alexander brings vibrancy and authenticity to each figure depicted. This artwork is part of Jean-Baptiste Eyries' publication "La Chine: Costumes, Moeurs et Usages des Chinois" which aimed to document various aspects of Chinese culture for a French audience. It serves as both a historical record and an artistic representation that continues to captivate viewers today.
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