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Photographic Print : Chinese tradesman calculating with swan-pan, 18th century 1822 (engraving)
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Chinese tradesman calculating with swan-pan, 18th century 1822 (engraving)
7234132 Chinese tradesman calculating with swan-pan, 18th century.. 1822 (engraving) by Alexander, William (1767-1816) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chinese tradesman calculating with swan-pan or abacus, 18th century. He wears a long pigtail or pien-za. Under the desk are large clay vases and boxes. Marchand Chinois faisant ses calculs. 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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11"x8.5" Photo Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Media Storehouse Photographic Print featuring a Chinese tradesman meticulously calculating using a swan-pan, an intriguing 18th century tool, in this engraving by William Alexander after the original work from 1822. This captivating image, sourced from Bridgeman Images through Fine Art Finder, offers a unique glimpse into the past and adds an air of history and culture to any space. Bring the richness of the past into your present with this stunning, high-quality print.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 17.9cm x 27.9cm (7" x 11")
Estimated Product Size is 21.6cm x 27.9cm (8.5" x 11")
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 engraving, titled "Chinese tradesman calculating with swan-pan, 18th century" takes us back to a time when trade and commerce were flourishing in China. The image showcases a Chinese tradesman engrossed in his calculations using a traditional abacus known as the swan-pan. His long pigtail or pien-za, which was customary during that era, adds an element of authenticity to the scene. The meticulous detail captured by William Alexander in this handcoloured copperplate engraving transports us to the bustling streets of 18th-century China. Underneath the desk where the tradesman sits are large clay vases and boxes, perhaps holding valuable goods or records of transactions. This print is part of J-B. Eyries' book "La Chine: Costumes, Moeurs et Usages des Chinois" (China: Costumes, Manners and Mores of the Chinese), published in Paris in 1822. Jean-Baptiste Eyries himself was a renowned French geographer and author who had a deep fascination with Chinese culture. Through this artwork, we catch a glimpse into the vibrant society and rich traditions that shaped China's history. It serves as a reminder of how ancient practices like using an abacus played an integral role in shaping modern-day mathematics and commerce. Bridgeman Images has preserved this remarkable piece from their collection for art enthusiasts around the world to appreciate and admire.
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