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The Hongs of Canton (oil on panel)
BAL167094 The Hongs of Canton (oil on panel) by Cantonese School; Private Collection; Roy Miles Fine Paintings; Cantonese, out of copyright
Media ID 12758502
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Guangzhou Hong Junk Junks Merchant Ships Warehouse Waterfront
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This print showcases "The Hongs of Canton" an exquisite oil painting on panel created by the talented Cantonese School. The artwork, now part of a private collection and represented by Roy Miles Fine Paintings, takes us back in time to the bustling waterfront of Guangzhou. In this vibrant scene, junks and merchant ships fill the harbor as they navigate through the port. The hongs, or warehouses, stand proudly along the coast, representing international factories engaged in commercial trade. Each warehouse proudly displays its respective flag - Austrian, American, British, Dutch - symbolizing their presence in this thriving hub of commerce. The composition is alive with activity; boats bob gently on the water while flags flutter in the breeze. This snapshot captures a moment when maritime history intersects with cultural exchange and economic prosperity. "The Hongs of Canton" not only invites us to marvel at its artistic beauty but also serves as a window into an era defined by global trade and exploration. It reminds us of how these historic ports played a crucial role in shaping our modern world. As we gaze upon this mesmerizing print from www. bridgemanimages. com, we are transported back to a time when these hongs were at the heart of bustling commercial activities that connected nations across continents.
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