Fine Art Print : Chinese tea industry
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Chinese tea industry
Tea cultivation in China : processing on a plantation Date: circa 1840
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1840 Cultivation Growing Plantation Processing
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Bring the rich history and culture of China's tea industry into your home or office with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts the tea cultivation process in China during the mid-19th century. The intricate details of the tea plantation and the dedicated workers at work are brought to life in this stunning Rights Managed print. Transport yourself back in time and add a touch of timeless elegance to your space with this beautiful fine art print.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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
Tea Cultivation in China: A Glimpse into the Past of Tea Processing on a Plantation (circa 1840) This image transports us back in time to the mid-19th century in China, during the height of the tea industry's golden age. The photograph depicts a serene tea plantation, where the lush, verdant tea bushes stretch out as far as the eye can see. The laborers, dressed in traditional Chinese clothing, are seen carefully tending to the plants, their faces etched with focus and determination. Tea, a beloved beverage with a rich history dating back over 4,000 years, has long been an integral part of Chinese culture. The tea leaves shown in this photograph are most likely Camellia sinensis var. sinensis, or Chinese tea, which is renowned for its delicate flavor and aroma. The processing of tea leaves was an intricate and meticulous process, requiring great skill and attention to detail. The leaves were plucked by hand, withered, pan-fired, and then rolled and shaped to release their essential oils and flavors. This process, known as "making tea," was carried out on the plantation itself, as evidenced by the large, wooden tea tables and woks visible in the background of the photograph. This photograph offers a rare glimpse into the past, providing us with a window into the history of tea cultivation and processing in China during the 19th century. It serves as a reminder of the deep connection between the Chinese people and their beloved tea, a connection that continues to thrive to this day.
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