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Chinese tea farmers treading tea leaves in baskets
Chinese tea farmers treading tea leaves, Camellia sinensis, in baskets to ferment the tea. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Rudolph Ackermanns Repository of Arts, London, 1821
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21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the enchanting world of Chinese tea production with this exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring a captivating image of tea farmers meticulously treading Camellia sinensis leaves in traditional baskets. This handcoloured copperplate engraving, originally published in Rudolph Ackermann's Repository of Arts in London, 1821, offers a rare glimpse into the rich history and artisanal process of tea making. Bring the beauty and culture of ancient China into your home or office with this stunning piece of art.
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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 33.1cm (21" x 13")
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.
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This handcoloured copperplate engraving, titled "Chinese Tea Farmers Treading Tea Leaves," is an exquisite visual representation of the traditional tea-making process in China during the early 19th century. The image, taken from Rudolph Ackermann's Repository of Arts, published in London in 1821, offers a glimpse into the daily life of Chinese tea farmers as they meticulously process the Camellia sinensis leaves. The scene unfolds in an idyllic setting, with farmers dressed in traditional Chinese attire, carefully treading the tea leaves in large woven baskets. The leaves are spread evenly across the baskets, allowing the farmers to ferment them, releasing their unique flavours and aromas. The intricate details of the farmers' clothing, the textured baskets, and the verdant tea plants in the background are all rendered with exceptional skill and artistry. The engraving also features a striking contrast between the rustic tea farm and the grandeur of the Westminster Abbey, which can be seen in the background. The abbey, with its regal interior and the throne chair, symbolizes the grandeur and opulence of the British monarchy during the reign of King George IV, who was crowned in 1821. The juxtaposition of the two scenes highlights the connection between the tea trade and the British monarchy during the Regency era. The intricate details and vibrant colours of this engraving make it a valuable historical document and an aesthetically pleasing work of art. The image offers a unique insight into the traditional Chinese tea-making process and the cultural exchange that occurred between China and Europe during the 19th century.
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