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Cotton spinner and mantua maker, Qing Dynasty China
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Cotton spinner and mantua maker, Qing Dynasty China
Cotton spinner and mantua maker, Qing Dynasty China. Woman spinning thread on a spinning wheel, and itinerant clothes maker with her tools in a basket. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Andrea Freschi after Antoine Cardon from Henri-Leonard-Jean-Baptiste Bertin and Jean Baptiste Joseph Bretons China, Its Costumes, Arts, Manufactures, etc. Howlett and Brimmer, London, 1824
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This hand-colored copperplate engraving, created by Andrea Freschi after Antoine Cardon, offers a glimpse into the daily life of a cotton spinner and mantua maker during the Qing Dynasty in China. The image showcases a woman intently focused on her spinning wheel, her hands deftly manipulating the cotton fibers as they transform into delicate threads. The spinning wheel, a vital tool for textile production, is a symbol of industry and productivity. In the foreground, an itinerant mantua maker is depicted with her essential tools in a basket. Mantuas were fashionable garments during the Qing Dynasty, characterized by their voluminous skirts and fitted bodices. The mantua maker's tools include a pair of scissors, measuring tape, thimble, and needles, which she would use to create and alter these elegant garments for her clients. The intricate details of the engraving, such as the intricately patterned clothing, the textured fabric, and the realistic depiction of the tools, provide a vivid and authentic portrayal of life in Qing Dynasty China. The image offers a fascinating insight into the world of textile production and the role of women in the creation and maintenance of fashion during this period. This print, published by Henri-Leonard-Jean-Baptiste Bertin and Jean Baptiste Joseph Breton in London in 1824, is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of China and the artistry of the engraving process.
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