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Chinese Taoist religious customs: A bonzo in ceremonial robes, c1820-30. Creator
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Chinese Taoist religious customs: A bonzo in ceremonial robes, c1820-30. Creator
Chinese Taoist religious customs: A bonzo in ceremonial robes, engraved by Fumagalli and Bramatti, c.1820-30 (colour engraving). requests to the gods were burned in ceramic or bronze ovens
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Colour Engraving Graduation Inspection Line Officers Onlookers Standing To Attention Story West Point Colour Lithograph Dress Uniform Historica Graphica Collection
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This print captures a moment of Chinese Taoist religious customs in the early 19th century. In this image, we see a bonzo, or Buddhist monk, adorned in magnificent ceremonial robes. Engraved by Fumagalli and Bramatti around 1820-30, this colour engraving showcases the intricate details of the bonzo's attire. The religious significance of this scene is further highlighted by the mention that requests to the gods were burned in ceramic or bronze ovens. This practice symbolizes a form of communication between humans and deities within Taoism. Moving beyond its spiritual context, this artwork also offers a glimpse into historical military training practices. The onlookers include officers and soldiers standing at attention while women observe from afar. It appears that an inspection or graduation ceremony is taking place at West Point Military Training College. This illustration belongs to the Historica Graphica Collection and was created by Edward Penfield (1866-1925), an influential American artist known for his distinct style. While it is important to note that commercial use should not be mentioned when referring to this particular piece, its cultural and historical value cannot be denied. Overall, this print provides us with a fascinating visual narrative encompassing both Chinese religious customs and military traditions during the 19th century.
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