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Metal Print : Anna May Wong, 1928
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Anna May Wong, 1928
Chinese-American actress Anna May Wong (1905-1961) reads a menu in Londons Chinatown in Limehouse.
1928
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Media ID 14405296
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Actresses Anna Chinatown Limehouse Sep16 Wong 1928
16"x24" (61x41cm) Metal Print
Bring timeless glamour into your home with our Media Storehouse Metal Print featuring Anna May Wong, the pioneering Chinese-American actress. Captured in 1928 by Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans from Mary Evans Prints Online, this iconic image shows Anna reading a menu in London's Chinatown, exuding elegance and sophistication. Our high-quality metal print produces vibrant colors and stunning clarity, ensuring your print becomes a captivating conversation starter. Add this piece to your collection and celebrate the rich history of cinema and diversity.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 41.2cm x 61.5cm (16.2" x 24.2")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative image from 1928, Chinese-American actress Anna May Wong (1905-1961) is seen engrossed in a menu in the heart of London's Chinatown, located in the Limehouse district. Wong, an pioneering figure in Hollywood and a trailblazer for Asian representation in film, had traveled to Europe to expand her acting career beyond the confines of American studios, which often typecast her in stereotypical roles. The photograph captures Wong's intense focus as she peruses the menu, her expression reflecting a deep contemplation or perhaps a longing for the flavors and familiarity of her homeland. The setting, with its vibrant lanterns and bustling activity, underscores the rich cultural diversity of London's Chinatown and the sense of community that Wong found there. Anna May Wong's journey to Europe marked a significant moment in her career, as she was able to take on more nuanced and complex roles, such as in the British film "Piccadilly" (1929), which showcased her range as an actress and helped to challenge the prevailing stereotypes of Asian actors in Hollywood. This photograph is a poignant reminder of Wong's groundbreaking contributions to the world of film and her determination to defy the limitations imposed on her as a Chinese-American actress in the 1920s. It also highlights the importance of cultural exchange and the power of art and entertainment to bring people together, transcending borders and fostering understanding and appreciation of diverse communities.
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