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Death of the last Chinese Emperor of the Ming in 1644 from Nieuhof, 1745. Artist: George Childs
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Death of the last Chinese Emperor of the Ming in 1644 from Nieuhof, 1745. Artist: George Childs
Death of the last Chinese Emperor of the Ming in 1644 from Nieuhof, 1745. From A new general collection of voyages and travels; consisting of the most esteemed relations, which have been hitherto published in any language; comprehending everything remarkable in its kind, in Europe, Asia, Africa, and America. [John Green & Thomas Astley, 1745-47]
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This print, titled "Death of the last Chinese Emperor of the Ming in 1644" captures a pivotal moment in history. Created by artist George Childs in 1745, this engraving is part of the renowned publication "A new general collection of voyages and travels". The image portrays an outdoor scene with a majestic tree as its backdrop. In the foreground, we see a group of soldiers dressed in traditional oriental attire surrounding a fallen man. This man is none other than Emperor Chongzhen, the last ruler of the Ming Dynasty. His lifeless body lies on the ground while one soldier gestures dramatically towards him. Childs' monochrome depiction adds to the somber atmosphere, emphasizing both death and war during this significant period in Chinese history. The raised arm gesture symbolizes grief and mourning for their fallen leader. This seventeenth-century artwork serves as a powerful reminder of how empires rise and fall throughout time. It invites viewers to contemplate concepts such as power dynamics, political turmoil, and human mortality. As part of The Print Collector's collection, this historic print preserves an important moment captured through artistry and skillful engraving techniques. Its inclusion within "A new general collection" further solidifies its significance among esteemed travel publications from that era.
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