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Fine Art Print : Chinese junks and freight vessels, with sails and banners
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Chinese junks and freight vessels, with sails and banners
Chinese junks and freight vessels, with sails and banners. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Andrea Bernieri from Giulio Ferrrarios Costumes Antique and Modern of All Peoples (Il Costume Antico e Moderno di Tutti i Popoli), Florence, 1842
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Media ID 23172920
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Andrea Anthropology Antique Banners Bernieri Ferrrario Freight Giulio Junk Manners Nation Nautical Peoples Sails
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Transport yourself back in time with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the enchanting scene of Chinese junks and freight vessels in full sail. These intricately detailed hand-colored copperplate engravings, sourced from Giulio Ferrrarios Costumes Antique and Modern of All Peoples and Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcase the rich history and culture of ancient maritime trade. Each print is a stunning work of art, capturing the essence of a bygone era with its vibrant colors and intricate designs. Add a touch of history and sophistication to your home or office with these beautiful, museum-quality prints.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 33.2cm (21" x 13.1")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" 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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This handcoloured copperplate engraving by Andrea Bernieri, titled 'Chinese junks and freight vessels,' is an exquisite depiction of traditional watercraft from the Far East, as featured in Giulio Ferrario's 'Costumes Antique and Modern of All Peoples' published in Florence in 1842. The image showcases a vibrant scene on the water, with Chinese junks and freight vessels gracefully sailing under the open sky. The junks, with their distinctive curved sails and ornate decorations, glide effortlessly through the water, while the freight vessels, laden with goods, display bold banners and pennants, indicating their destination or cargo. The intricate details of the ships' designs and the dynamic interplay of light and shadow on the water create a sense of motion and energy. The engraving not only captures the beauty and elegance of these ancient vessels but also offers a glimpse into the rich maritime history and cultural traditions of China. The anthropological significance of this image lies in its representation of the diverse customs and manners of the Chinese people, as documented by Ferrario and Bernieri. This stunning work of art is a testament to the skill and artistry of the Italian engraver, Andrea Bernieri, and serves as a reminder of the important role that watercraft played in the historical and economic exchange between Asia and the Western world.
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