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Costumes of women of Kiangnan province and footbinding
Costumes of women in silk robes and fur hats of Liu-ching, Kiangnan province, and footbinding shoes and deformed feet. 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 23172958
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Andrea Anthropology Antique Bernieri Deformed Feet Ferrrario Giulio Manners Nation Peoples Robes Satin Shoes Footbinding
16"x24" (61x41cm) Metal Print
Step into the rich history of the Kiangnan province with our stunning Metal Prints featuring the captivating costumes of women from this iconic Chinese region. These exquisite prints, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcase intricately designed silk robes and fur hats of Liu-ching, beautifully complemented by the distinctive footbinding shoes and deformed feet. Hand-colored copperplate engravings by Andrea Bernieri from Giulio Ferrrarios bring these historic images to life in vivid detail. Each Metal Print is expertly crafted with a sleek, modern design, ensuring your decor is not only historically significant but also a breathtaking conversation starter. Bring a piece of the past into your home or office today.
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.
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This hand-colored copperplate engraving, created by Andrea Bernieri for Giulio Ferrrario's "Costumes Antique and Modern of All Peoples" published in Florence in 1842, offers a glimpse into the traditional costumes and the controversial practice of footbinding among women in the Kiangnan province of China. The image showcases elegantly dressed women wearing silk robes and fur hats, known as Liu-ching, which were popular in the region during the Qing Dynasty. The robes, made of rich satin fabric, are adorned with intricate patterns and vibrant colors, reflecting the women's affluence and social status. The women in this engraving also wear footbinding shoes, a painful custom that involved binding the feet of young girls to achieve a small, delicate foot shape. The deformed feet, visible in the image, were considered a symbol of feminine beauty and elegance in Chinese culture. The practice, which began in the 10th century and continued until the 20th century, was both a sign of social prestige and a source of suffering for millions of women. This engraving is an essential anthropological record of the customs and manners of a specific race, tribe, or nation, providing valuable insights into the history and culture of the Kiangnan province during the 19th century. The intricate details and lifelike representation in the image are a testament to Bernieri's skill as an engraver and Ferrrario's dedication to documenting the diverse costumes of the world. This image not only showcases the beauty of Chinese traditional attire but also raises awareness of the complex and controversial aspects of Chinese culture during this period.
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