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Man and woman of China, 1818
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Man and woman of China, 1818
Man and woman of China, 1818. Man with tobacco pipe, holding hands with a woman. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Mary Anne Vennings A Geographical Present being Descriptions of the Principal Countries of the World, Darton, Harvey and Darton, London, 1818. Venning wrote educational books on geography, conchology and mineralogy in the early 19th century
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1818 Anne Beads Breastfeeding Countries Descriptions Educational Folk Geographical Geography Georgian Korea Present Principal Regency Skirt Tutor Venning Corea
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Man and Woman of China, 1818: A Snapshot of Traditional Chinese Life This handcoloured copperplate engraving, titled 'Man and Woman of China,' is an intriguing glimpse into the lives of the Chinese people during the early 19th century, as depicted in Mary Anne Vennings' educational book 'A Geographical Present.' The image shows a man and a woman, both dressed in traditional Chinese attire, holding hands and standing in a serene landscape. The man, with a tobacco pipe clenched between his teeth, gazes intently at his companion. She cradles a baby in one arm and offers nourishment to the child with the other, her long skirt adorned with intricate beadwork. The couple's appearance and setting suggest that they may be from the Corean (Korean) tribe. The man's simple tunic, worn with a sash and a wide-brimmed hat, is typical of the traditional male attire of the time. The woman's elaborate headdress and the ornate beadwork on her skirt reflect the rich cultural heritage and craftsmanship of the region. Mary Anne Vennings, a prolific writer and tutor, authored numerous educational books on geography, conchology, and mineralogy in the early 19th century. Her 'A Geographical Present' was designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of the principal countries of the world. This engraving, with its vivid colours and meticulous detail, would have been an essential visual aid for her students, offering them a glimpse into the diverse world beyond their own. This image, taken from the Regency and Georgian eras, offers a window into the traditional Chinese way of life during the 19th century. It is a poignant reminder of the rich cultural heritage and the enduring bond between family and community that continues to define the Chinese people.
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