Greetings Card : A Chinese Fishing village in California, 1884
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A Chinese Fishing village in California, 1884
Engraving showing the wooden framed houses and warehouses of a Chinese fishing village on the coast of California, 1884. Shrimp, caught off the American coast, were dried and exported to China as a cash crop
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1884 California Cash Caught Crop Dried Exported Shrimp Ware Houses
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Introducing the captivating selection of vintage greeting cards from Media Storehouse, featuring an enchanting image of "A Chinese Fishing Village in California, 1884." This exquisite card design, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases a charming depiction of a wooden framed Chinese fishing village nestled along the California coastline. The intricate details of the houses and warehouses are beautifully rendered, and the shrimp boats docked in the harbor add to the authenticity of this fascinating scene. Transport your loved ones to another era with this unique greeting card, perfect for any occasion. The rich history and culture of this 1884 Chinese fishing village come to life in this stunning, rights-managed engraving. Share a piece of history with your friends and family through the timeless art of a handwritten note inside this beautiful card.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This engraving, dated 1884, offers a glimpse into the thriving Chinese fishing village that once dotted the coast of California. Located in the heart of Monterey Bay, this community was a vital part of the region's maritime history. The wooden-framed houses and warehouses, intricately designed with Chinese motifs, line the shoreline, reflecting the unique cultural fusion that characterized this era. The Chinese fishermen in this village were renowned for their expertise in catching shrimp off the American coast. Shrimp were a valuable cash crop, as they were dried and exported to China, where they were highly prized for their taste and nutritional value. The shrimp were caught using traditional methods, such as traps and nets, and were then sun-dried on the beach or in specially designed drying sheds. The Chinese fishing village was a self-sufficient community, with its residents relying on the sea for their livelihoods. They also grew vegetables and fruits, which they sold at local markets or traded with other communities. The village was a bustling hub of activity, with fishermen setting out at dawn and returning at dusk, women processing and drying the shrimp, and children playing by the shore. This engraving is a testament to the rich history of Chinese immigration to California and the significant role that Chinese fishermen played in the development of the state's maritime industry. It also highlights the importance of trade between China and the United States during the late 19th century, which helped to foster cultural exchange and economic growth on both sides of the Pacific Ocean.
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