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The Chinese Crisis (engraving)
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The Chinese Crisis (engraving)
1615103 The Chinese Crisis (engraving) by Sulman, Thomas (fl.1855-1900); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Chinese Crisis. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 15 January 1898.
T Sulman); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23000198
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
1846 Access Boxer Rebellion Chief Commanding Director Occupied Relative Positions Shanghai Chineses Financial Advisor
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The Chinese Crisis - A Glimpse into a Tumultuous Era
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. This photo print, titled "The Chinese Crisis" takes us back to the year 1898, during the Boxer Rebellion in China. Created by Thomas Sulman and part of a private collection, this engraving was originally featured in The Illustrated London News. As we delve into the image, we are transported to the Yang Tsze Kiang Estuary, where significant events unfolded. The intricate details and topographical maps provide us with an understanding of the relative positions of various forces involved in this crisis. Notable figures emerge from the scene - Mr. McLeavy Brown, a financial advisor for Corean Customs; Sir Robert Hart, director commanding at Kiao Chao; and German troops occupying Chusan Islands. Their presence highlights the involvement of Germany alongside Great Britain in this conflict. The photograph also captures Shanghai's bustling cityscape as it stood in 1846 – a testament to both European and Asian influences that shaped its unique character. Through this artwork, we witness an amalgamation of cultures and nations converging upon China during a time of great turmoil. It serves as a reminder that history is often complex and multifaceted. This print not only offers historical insights but also invites contemplation on how global powers interacted during times of crisis. It stands as an enduring record of an era when East met West amidst political tensions and territorial disputes.
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