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Sketches of Tonquin and Lower Annam, Cochin China (engraving)
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Sketches of Tonquin and Lower Annam, Cochin China (engraving)
1107441 Sketches of Tonquin and Lower Annam, Cochin China (engraving) by Loye, Charles Auguste (Montbard) (1841-1905) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches of Tonquin and Lower Annam, Cochin China. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 1 September 1883.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23045980
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Annam Beggar Begging Coast Scenery Coastal Feature Coastl Cochin China Corsica Gentleman Mendicant Racing River Scene Saigon Tonquin Tramp Vagabond Chineses Coast Scene French Settlement Labourer
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This print titled "Sketches of Tonquin and Lower Annam, Cochin China" takes us on a visual journey through the vibrant landscapes and diverse culture of 19th-century Asia. Created by Charles Auguste Loye, this engraving captures the essence of life in Tonquin and Lower Annam with intricate detail. The image showcases a bustling river scene, where boats gracefully glide along the water as musicians play traditional melodies. A rich merchant's boat races past a country cart while a native soldier stands guard nearby. In the foreground, we see a beggar seeking alms from passersby, highlighting the contrasting realities within this coastal region. Cochin China's French settlement is depicted in all its colonial splendor, with European influence blending harmoniously with local customs. Native peddlers traverse the coastline dressed in their distinctive attire, adding to the cultural tapestry portrayed in this artwork. Transportation plays an integral role in this scene; various modes are represented – from boats to carts – symbolizing connectivity between different communities and regions. The presence of Chinese and French individuals further emphasizes the cosmopolitan nature of Cochin China during that era. With its meticulous attention to detail and vivid portrayal of everyday life, this engraving offers viewers a glimpse into an enchanting period where East meets West. It serves as both an artistic masterpiece and historical document that transports us back to 1883 Cochin China.
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