Poster Print : British Sailor on shore leave purchasing a souvenir - China
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British Sailor on shore leave purchasing a souvenir - China
British Sailor on shore leave purchasing a souvenir to take home - Chinese Art shop. Date: circa 1890s
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Media ID 14415416
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Carving Curios Jan17 Leave Purchasing Sailor Shore Souvenir Store Taking Momento Sian
A3 (42 x 29.7cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our exquisite poster print from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts a British sailor in the 1890s taking a break from his duties to explore the vibrant culture of China. He is seen in an art shop, carefully selecting a souvenir to bring back home as a cherished memory of his travels. This evocative poster print transports you to a different era, perfect for adding character and history to your living space. Experience the allure of the past with our beautifully crafted, high-quality poster prints.
Premium quality poster prints are printed on luxurious semi-gloss satin 270 gsm paper. Our meticulously crafted poster prints offer an affordable option for decorating any space, making them ideal for living rooms, bedrooms, offices and beyond. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.
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Estimated Product Size is 42.6cm x 30.6cm (16.8" x 12")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph captures the moment of a British sailor on shore leave in China, circa 1890s, as he contemplates the purchase of a souvenir to take home. The sailor, dressed in his navy uniform, stands before an array of intriguing curios in a Chinese art shop. The dimly lit store, filled with the aroma of exotic spices and incense, showcases a stunning collection of Chinese artwork. The sailor's gaze is fixed on a carved wooden head, its intricate details and vibrant colors drawing him in. The shopkeeper, attentively watching from behind the counter, offers a knowing smile. The sailor's hands rest on a delicate porcelain lantern, its intricate design reflecting the rich cultural heritage of the region. The atmosphere in the shop is a blend of the exotic and the familiar, with the sailor representing the Western world and the shopkeeper embodying the Eastern. The photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back in time to an era of exploration and discovery. The sailor's purchase of a souvenir serves as a reminder of the connections and exchanges that occurred between different cultures during this period. The Chinese art shop, with its intriguing collection of sculptures, carvings, and artwork, stands as a testament to the enduring allure of the East for the Western world. This photograph, a beautiful example of a lantern slide, offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, inviting us to explore the rich cultural history of China and the impact it had on the world during the late 1800s.
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