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Title: "Chinese Cultural Figures in 1844 Wahlen Lithographs of Dress and Traditions" These colorful lithographs represent a variety of Chinese … Read more Title: "Chinese Cultural Figures in 1844 Wahlen Lithographs of Dress and Traditions" These colorful lithographs represent a variety of Chinese cultural figures, including a noblewoman with her servant, traditional Chinese junks (boats), a Chinese soldier, the Emperor of China, a Chinese monk, and a Jesuit missionary to China. The prints are part of Auguste Wahlen's renowned work *"Moeurs, Usages et Costumes de tous les Peuples de Monde"* (Customs, Manners and Dress of All the Peoples of the World), published in 1844. The technique used is hand-colored lithography with Arabic gum on vellum paper, which enhances the vibrancy of the colors and details. Attractiveness: These prints are especially attractive due to their meticulous attention to cultural and sartorial details, capturing the elaborate costumes, accessories, and environments of different Chinese social classes. The fine craftsmanship, vivid colors, and cultural representation make them visually captivating and historically significant. Keywords for Searching: People looking for prints like these often use terms such as "Wahlen Chinese lithographs," "1844 Chinese costumes," "traditional dress lithographs," "Chinese emperor lithograph," "historical Chinese junks," and "hand-colored cultural lithography." These keywords help locate prints that reflect 19th-century European depictions of global cultures. See less
- Dimensions
- 6.69ʺW × 9.84ʺH
- Art Subjects
- Figure
- Period
- Mid 19th Century
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Paper
- Condition
- Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Condition Notes
- Very Good — This vintage item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use\. Condition: Good, given … moreVery Good — This vintage item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use\. Condition: Good, given age. Faintly browned, and with some small stains. Some glue remains (from binding) in the far left margin (not affecting image). General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study the scans. less
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