Canvas Print : British Sailor on shore leave purchasing a souvenir - China
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British Sailor on shore leave purchasing a souvenir - China
British Sailor on shore leave purchasing a souvenir to take home - Chinese Art shop. Date: circa 1890s
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Media ID 14415416
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Carving Curios Jan17 Leave Purchasing Sailor Shore Souvenir Store Taking Momento Sian
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Step back in time with our exquisite canvas print from Media Storehouse, featuring a charming image of a British sailor on shore leave in the 1890s. In this nostalgic scene from Mary Evans Prints Online, the sailor is seen purchasing a souvenir from a Chinese art shop. The rich colors and intricate details of the Chinese artwork come alive on our high-quality canvas, making it a stunning addition to any room. Perfect for those who appreciate history, art, or simply love beautiful home decor, this canvas print is sure to be a conversation starter. Order yours today and bring a piece of the past into your home.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.8cm x 40.6cm (16.1" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph captures the moment of a British sailor on shore leave in China, circa 1890s, as he contemplates the purchase of a souvenir to take home. The sailor, dressed in his navy uniform, stands before an array of intriguing curios in a Chinese art shop. The dimly lit store, filled with the aroma of exotic spices and incense, showcases a stunning collection of Chinese artwork. The sailor's gaze is fixed on a carved wooden head, its intricate details and vibrant colors drawing him in. The shopkeeper, attentively watching from behind the counter, offers a knowing smile. The sailor's hands rest on a delicate porcelain lantern, its intricate design reflecting the rich cultural heritage of the region. The atmosphere in the shop is a blend of the exotic and the familiar, with the sailor representing the Western world and the shopkeeper embodying the Eastern. The photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back in time to an era of exploration and discovery. The sailor's purchase of a souvenir serves as a reminder of the connections and exchanges that occurred between different cultures during this period. The Chinese art shop, with its intriguing collection of sculptures, carvings, and artwork, stands as a testament to the enduring allure of the East for the Western world. This photograph, a beautiful example of a lantern slide, offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, inviting us to explore the rich cultural history of China and the impact it had on the world during the late 1800s.
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