Mandarins Collection

Matteo Ricci (1552-1610) and another Christian missionary to China, from China
XIR212396 Matteo Ricci (1552-1610) and another Christian missionary to China, from China Illustrated by Athanasius Kircher (1601-80) 1667 (later colouration) by Dutch School

Royal court room decorated with parasols, Kingdom of Siam, Thailand, circa 1800
FLO4624181 Royal court room decorated with parasols, Kingdom of Siam, Thailand, circa 1800. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Andrea Bernieri from Giulio Ferrario's Ancient

Tangerine tree with fruits in the village of Fornalutx, Mallorca, Spain

Mandarin's House, Chinao, Canton, China

Canton. Two Mandarins of the First Class, or Blue Button
Pierre Joseph Rossier. Views in China issued by Negretti and Zambra in 1859 and 1861. First Series and second series. These important images were the first commercial views of China to be sold in

Mandarins playing a Game somewhat similar to Draughts
Pierre Joseph Rossier. Views in China issued by Negretti and Zambra in 1859 and 1861. First Series and second series. These important images were the first commercial views of China to be sold in

Group of Mandarins and Officers in the Yamun
Pierre Joseph Rossier. Views in China issued by Negretti and Zambra in 1859 and 1861. First Series and second series. These important images were the first commercial views of China to be sold in

Chinese Mandarins, c. 1875 (b / w photo)
498644 Chinese Mandarins, c.1875 (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The beads signify that they are courtiers.); out of copyright

Dinner party at a Mandarins house (engraving)
725726 Dinner party at a Mandarins house (engraving) by Allom, Thomas (1804-72) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dinner party at a Mandarins house, China)

Scene depicting a Chinese imperial official at home seated with his wife (gouache on silk
CHT265540 Scene depicting a Chinese imperial official at home seated with his wife (gouache on silk) by Chinese School (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

"Pallone, "the Cricket of Italy (engraving)
6016470 " Pallone, " the Cricket of Italy (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Pallone, " the Cricket of Italy)

Royal court room decorated with parasols, Kingdom of Siam, Thailand, circa 1800. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Andrea Bernieri from Giulio Ferrarios Ancient

Costume of the chancellors, mandarins, courtiers and writers of Tonkin, Vietnam, circa 1800. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Andrea Bernieri from Giulio Ferrarios Ancient

EMPRESS AND HEADS
The dowager empress Tz u-Hsi shows the emperor Kuang-Hsu the heads of mandarins suspected of sympathising with the Russians, whereas she supported the Boxer Rising Date: 1904

Matteo Ricci (1552-1610) and Paulus Li, from China Illustrated
STC105240 Matteo Ricci (1552-1610) and Paulus Li, from China Illustrated by Athanasius Kircher (1601-80) 1667 (engraving) by Dutch School

Exams for military officers (left) and for men of letters (right) (colour litho)
CHT216705 Exams for military officers (left) and for men of letters (right) (colour litho) by Vietnamese School (19th century); Ecole Francaise d Extreme Orient, Paris

The Chinese Emperor and Mandarins (coloured engraving)
5211997 The Chinese Emperor and Mandarins (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Chinese Emperor and Mandarins)

With the Allied Forces in China (engraving)
1593217 With the Allied Forces in China (engraving) by Schonberg, Johann Nepomuk (1780-1863) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: With the Allied Forces in China)

Chinese dresses (coloured engraving)
998174 Chinese dresses (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: From A Bilderbuch fAor KinderA (Picture Book for Children) 1790-1830

Ancient Chinese Emperor and Empress holding court before courtiers boating in
CHT195271 Ancient Chinese Emperor and Empress holding court before courtiers boating in and drinking from a pond of rice wine and helping themselves to flitches of bacon (w/c & gouache on paper)

DINNER PARTY W / MANDARIN
A dinner party in full swing at the Mandarins house. Date: circa 1840

Imperial Chinese mandarins and soldiers 1864
Chinese mandarins and soldiers during the Taeping War. Date: 1864

DAUNS ELYSIUM / VIENNA
Dauns Elysium, Vienna, Austria. Date: 1845

Military mandarins 1857
Military mandarins. Date: 1857

MANDARINS HOUSE 1840
An apartment in a mandarins house, near Nanking Date: 1840

Ancient Chinese Waiting for Examination Results, facsimile of original Chinese scroll
XTD141105 Ancient Chinese Waiting for Examination Results, facsimile of original Chinese scroll (coloured engraving) by Chinese School; Private Collection; Chinese, out of copyright

theater outing life lunches theater visitors
The theater outing, A still life of lunches for theater visitors, consisting of a program booklet, mandarins in a bowl with a silver pipe and tobacco bag beside it

French in Vietnam 1884
FRENCH IN TONKIN French soldiers and sailors under general Negrier take the town of Lamg-Kep : Chinese losses were very heavy, including several mandarins

Chinese Mandarin with fan and bottle
Portrait of a Chinese Mandarin, pictured holding an open paper fan and a bottle of something interesting (rice wine?). Date: circa 1904

Two Chinese Mandarins - China
Two Chinese Mandarins (High-level Government Bureaucrats) - China Date: circa 1907

Mandarins from Tunkin (Vietnam), noble and girl from Malaya.. Handcolored lithograph from Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsches Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures, Meissen, circa 1835-1840

Matteo Ricci (1552-1610) and Paulus Li, from China Illustrated by Athanasius Kircher
XJF366817 Matteo Ricci (1552-1610) and Paulus Li, from China Illustrated by Athanasius Kircher (1601-80) 1667 (engraving) (b/w photo) by Dutch School, (17th century); Private Collection; Dutch

The Viceroy of Canton giving an audience to Commodore Anson from George Anson s
XJF265813 The Viceroy of Canton giving an audience to Commodore Anson from George Ansons Voyage around the World in the years 1740-1744 (engraving) (b/w photo) by English School

Still Life (oil on canvas)
XIR212566 Still Life (oil on canvas) by Conte, Meiffren (Leconte, Ephren) (c.1630-1705); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Valenciennes, France; French, out of copyright

VIEWS AT THE SOUTH CAPE OF FORMOSA, 1883: 1. A Coral Beach on the South-East Coast. 2. The Bay at the South Cape. 3. Divers Blasting Coral to Clear the Channel. 4. A Mandarins Mat-House. 5

China - Chinese Festivals - Mandarins and High Officials Date: circa 1908

Picture No. 11014192
Cat - Oriental Longhair / Long-haired Mandarin Date:

Picture No. 11014191
Cat - Oriental Longhair / Long-haired Mandarin Date:

Picture No. 11014190
Cat - Oriental Longhair / Long-haired Mandarin Date:

Picture No. 11014189
Cat - Oriental Longhair / Long-haired Mandarin Date:

Three clementines, one peeled and partially split into segments, close up

Singapore, Geylang, stall selling fruits, mandarins, apples and exotic fruits in piles, leading to durians at end

Jesuit missions to China, 17th century C016 / 8929
Jesuit missions to China. 17th-century artwork showing Jesuit scholars that carried out missionary work in China. The founders of the Society of Jesus were Francis Xavier (upper left)

Tomb complex of Binh Thanh, Saigon
Siagon (now Ho Chi Minh City), Vietnam - Tombs of the Mandarins at the Tomb complex of Binh Thanh. A postcard sent by a French Colonial soldier stationed in Guadaloupe to another French soldier

Class System in China
A cartoon of the Chinese class sytem, with people at the base surmounted by Clergy, who are supporting the Army (Braves), below Mandarins, with The Emperor at the very peak

Mandarin Duck - male displaying on lake - Germany
USH-4546 Mandarin Duck - male displaying on lake Germany Aix galericulata Duncan Usher Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Fruit - Mandarin
WAT-12573 Fruit - Mandarin M. Watson Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway. contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: + 44 (0) 20 8318 1401

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"Mandarins: Tracing the Rich Cultural Tapestry of China" Step into the intriguing world of mandarins, where history intertwines with tradition and cultural exchange. Matteo Ricci (1552-1610), a Christian missionary to China, played a significant role in bridging East and West, sharing knowledge and ideas. Alongside another Christian missionary from China, they fostered understanding between different civilizations. One remarkable testament to this fusion is the Mandarin's House in Canton, China. This architectural marvel showcases the harmonious blend of Chinese and Western elements that emerged during this period. As we explore its intricate details, we are transported back in time to witness the grandeur enjoyed by those who held esteemed positions as mandarins. The title "Mandarin" was bestowed upon high-ranking officials within imperial China's bureaucratic system. The image of two Mandarins of the First Class or Blue Button evokes their authority and influence over political affairs. Beyond their administrative duties, it also indulged in leisurely pursuits like playing games similar to Draughts. These moments provided an opportunity for camaraderie among these influential figures while showcasing their strategic prowess. Intriguing glimpses into daily life can be found through depictions of groups and Officers gathered at Yamuns – government offices – discussing matters vital to society's functioning. Such scenes offer insights into how power dynamics operated within Chinese society during that era. Away from mainland China lies Fornalutx village in Mallorca, Spain—a surprising location where tangerine trees bear fruits reminiscent of mandarin oranges' vibrant hues. This serves as a reminder that even beyond borders, traces of Chinese culture persist worldwide. However, not all aspects were harmonious; historical events such as New massacres in China remind us that conflicts marred this otherwise rich tapestry throughout history. Yet it is crucial to acknowledge both triumphs and tribulations to fully understand the complexities of this culture.