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Canvas Print : America. The Chinese in San Francisco. A Joss-house, or Chin

America. The Chinese in San Francisco. A Joss-house, or Chin



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America. The Chinese in San Francisco. A Joss-house, or Chin

Interior hung with silks and decorated with chinese vases and table carved with animal and fish figures for Chinese traditional worship

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Carved Chin Figures Francisco Hung Joss Silks Vases Worship


20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print

Discover the rich cultural history of America's past with our stunning Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the captivating image "The Chinese in San Francisco. A Joss-house, or Chinaman's Temple" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This exquisite photograph transports you to the heart of San Francisco's Chinatown, showcasing an interior adorned with vibrant silks, intricately carved Chinese vases, and a table laden with animal and fish figures for traditional worship. Bring this piece of history into your home and add a touch of global authenticity to your decor. Our high-quality canvas prints are printed using archival inks, ensuring your cherished image remains vibrant for years to come. Order now and let this captivating image tell a story of diversity, tradition, and the melting pot that is America.

Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.

Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang

Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")

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 evocative photograph, taken in San Francisco in 1880, captures a glimpse into the rich cultural history of the Chinese community in America. The interior of a traditional Joss-house, or Chin, is depicted, hung with vibrant silks and adorned with intricately carved tables. The tables are decorated with figures of animals and fish, reflecting the deep-rooted Chinese beliefs in the spiritual significance of these creatures in their traditional worship practices. The Joss-house, an essential part of Chinese religious life, served as a place for the community to gather and pay homage to their deities. The importation of these decorative elements from China was a testament to the strong cultural ties that the Chinese immigrants maintained with their homeland, despite the challenges they faced in their new environment. The photograph, taken in the historic Chinatown district of San Francisco, offers a window into the past, transporting us back to a time when Chinese immigrants were making their mark on American history. The intricate carvings on the table, the delicate silks, and the carefully arranged vases all speak to the care and reverence with which the Chinese community approached their religious practices, even as they adapted to life in a new land. This image, with its vibrant colors and intricate details, is a testament to the resilience and richness of the Chinese cultural heritage in America. It serves as a reminder of the important role that immigrants have played in shaping the cultural landscape of the United States and the enduring power of tradition to connect us across time and distance.

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