Poster Print : Chinese man and British soldier
Poster Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Chinese man and British soldier
A street in China (probably Peking, now Beijing) with a sign saying Hotel International. A Chinese man walks with a British soldier. Date: C.1911
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Media ID 14118423
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A1 (84.1 x 59.4cm) Poster Print
"Step back in time with our captivating Chinese man and British soldier poster print from the Media Storehouse collection. This intriguing image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts a moment of cultural exchange on the streets of China around 1911. The sign of Hotel International in the background adds to the sense of history and adventure. Bring this unique piece of history into your home or office and start a conversation with our Chinese man and British soldier poster print."
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 49.7cm x 84.6cm (19.6" x 33.3")
Estimated Product Size is 59.6cm x 84.6cm (23.5" x 33.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a moment of cultural exchange and interaction between China and the West during the early 20th century. The image, taken in the streets of Peking (now Beijing) around 1911, depicts a Chinese man in traditional clothing walking alongside a British soldier. The backdrop of the scene is the Hotel International sign, an iconic symbol of Western influence in China at the time. During the late 19th and early 20th centuries, China experienced significant interaction with foreign powers, including Great Britain, as a result of the Opium Wars and subsequent treaties. The presence of foreigners, particularly in major cities like Peking, became increasingly common. The Hotel International, one of the first Western-style hotels in the city, catered to the needs of foreign travelers and diplomats. The Chinese man in the photograph appears to be going about his daily business, seemingly unfazed by the presence of the British soldier. The soldier, in full uniform, carries himself with the confidence and authority of a foreign occupier. Yet, the two men share a common street, a reminder of the complex and nuanced relationships that existed between Chinese and Westerners during this period. This photograph offers a glimpse into the rich and complex history of China's interaction with the West during a time of great change. It also serves as a reminder of the importance of cultural exchange and understanding in fostering peaceful and productive relationships between different peoples and nations.
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