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Foreign Factories at Canton, 1804 (oil on board) (see 185352)
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Foreign Factories at Canton, 1804 (oil on board) (see 185352)
PEM216845 Foreign Factories at Canton, 1804 (oil on board) (see 185352) by Corne, Michele Felice (1752-1845); Peabody Essex Museum, Salem, Massachusetts, USA; © Peabody Essex Museum ; American, out of copyright
Media ID 22930312
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Docks Dockyard Guangzhou Hong Hongs Junk Junks Post Quay Quayside Shipping Slipway Trading Vessels Warehouse Warehouses Wharf Merchant
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This oil painting, titled "Foreign Factories at Canton, 1804" offers a glimpse into the bustling trade scene of early 19th-century China. Created by Italian artist Michele Felice Corne, this masterpiece showcases the vibrant harbor of Canton (now Guangzhou), one of the most significant trading ports in Asia during that time. The artwork depicts a picturesque view of warehouses lining the quayside, with colorful flags fluttering in the breeze. The docks are abuzz with activity as boats and junks navigate through the bay, transporting goods from all corners of the world. Great Britain's presence is evident with its merchant vessels prominently displayed alongside Asian ships. Corne skillfully captures both the grandeur and intricacy of this international trade hub. From meticulously detailed buildings to tiny figures engaged in various tasks, every element contributes to an authentic portrayal of life on these foreign shores. As we admire this painting's maritime charm and coastal beauty, it serves as a reminder of how global commerce has shaped our history. This print from Peabody Essex Museum allows us to appreciate not only Corne's artistic prowess but also gain insight into an era when cultures converged through trade and exchange.
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