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Overseas Japanese trading colony in Asia, showing custom house and marketplace. Painting, 17th century
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Overseas Japanese trading colony in Asia, showing custom house and marketplace. Painting, 17th century
ASIA: TRADING COLONY.
Overseas Japanese trading colony in Asia, showing custom house and marketplace. Painting, 17th century
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Asia Boat Colony Custom House Edo Period Japan Japanese Market Place Sailing Ship Ship Trading
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This 17th-century painting, titled "Overseas Japanese trading colony in Asia, showing custom house and marketplace" takes us back in time to an era of bustling maritime trade. The artwork showcases the vibrant scene of a Japanese trading colony located in Asia. As our eyes wander across the print, we are immediately drawn to the grandeur of the custom house standing proudly at the forefront. Its intricate architecture and imposing presence symbolize its significance as a hub for international commerce. Beyond the custom house, we glimpse a lively marketplace teeming with activity. Traders from different cultures gather here, showcasing their goods and engaging in animated conversations that transcend language barriers. The atmosphere is filled with excitement and anticipation as merchants haggle over prices while customers eagerly explore exotic treasures brought from distant lands. The focal point of this masterpiece is undoubtedly the majestic sailing ship anchored near the shore. This vessel represents not only transportation but also serves as a powerful symbol of Japan's reach beyond its borders during this period known as Edo. As we admire this remarkable piece, it transports us back to an era when travel was arduous yet adventurous; when colonies were established to foster economic growth and cultural exchange between nations; when marketplaces served as melting pots where diverse communities converged. Granger Art on Demand has once again provided us with a visual treasure that encapsulates history within brushstrokes – reminding us of our shared past and inspiring curiosity about our interconnected world today.
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