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An itinerant bookseller selling tales
An itinerant bookseller selling tales and song-books for the lower orders from a stall. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Andrea Freschi after Antoine Cardon from Henri-Leonard-Jean-Baptiste Bertin and Jean Baptiste Joseph Bretons China, Its Costumes, Arts, Manufactures, etc. Howlett and Brimmer, London, 1824
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Andrea Antoine Arts Baptiste Bertin Bookseller Bookstall Breton Brimmer Cardon Freschi Henri Leonard Jean Baptiste Howlett Itinerant Lower Manufactures Orders Parasol Stall Tales
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from the Media Storehouse range. This captivating image of an itinerant bookseller, selling tales and song-books to the lower orders, is a hand-colored copperplate engraving by Andrea Freschi after Antoine Cardon from Henri-Leonard-Jean-Baptiste. Each print is meticulously sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online and offers a unique glimpse into history. Bring the charm of yesteryears into your home or office with these beautifully crafted, high-quality Fine Art 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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 29.3cm x 53.3cm (11.5" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
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.
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This hand-colored copperplate engraving by Andrea Freschi, after Antoine Cardon, depicts an itinerant bookseller plying his trade in China during the early 19th century. The image, taken from Henri-Leonard Jean Baptiste Bertin and Jean Baptiste Joseph Breton's comprehensive work, "China, Its Costumes, Arts, Manufactures, etc.", published in London by Howlett and Brimmer in 1824, offers a glimpse into the daily life of a bookseller in this intriguing period and culture. The bookseller, positioned under a parasol for protection from the sun, displays an array of books and songbooks on his portable stall. His customers, members of the lower orders, gather around him, eagerly perusing the offerings. The bookseller's expressive face and animated gestures suggest that he is skillfully weaving tales to captivate his audience, adding to the allure of his wares. The meticulously detailed engraving showcases the vibrant colors and textures of the books, the intricate patterns on the parasol, and the richly decorated clothing of the bookseller and his patrons. The scene is a testament to the enduring power of storytelling and the importance of books as a source of knowledge and entertainment, particularly for those in the lower socio-economic classes. This enchanting image offers a unique perspective on the daily life and cultural practices of China during the early 19th century, making it an invaluable addition to any collection focused on Asian history, art, or literature.
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