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Chinese wrestler and automaton and a tom-tom player, Qing Dynasty. Street performer wrestling with a human-size pasteboard puppet. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Andrea Freschi after Antoine Cardon from Henri-Leonard-Jean-Baptiste Bertin
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Chinese wrestler and automaton and a tom-tom player, Qing Dynasty. Street performer wrestling with a human-size pasteboard puppet. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Andrea Freschi after Antoine Cardon from Henri-Leonard-Jean-Baptiste Bertin
FLO4590466 Chinese wrestler and automaton and a tom-tom player, Qing Dynasty. Street performer wrestling with a human-size pasteboard puppet. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Andrea Freschi after Antoine Cardon from Henri-Leonard-Jean-Baptiste Bertin and Jean Baptiste Joseph Breton's China, Its Costumes, Arts, Manufactures, etc., Howlett and Brimmer, London, 1824.; (add.info.: Chinese wrestler and automaton and a tom-tom player, Qing Dynasty. Street performer wrestling with a human-size pasteboard puppet. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Andrea Freschi after Antoine Cardon from Henri-Leonard-Jean-Baptiste Bertin and Jean Baptiste Joseph Breton's China, Its Costumes, Arts, Manufactures, etc., Howlett and Brimmer, London, 1824.); © Florilegius
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This image captures a scene from the Qing Dynasty in China, showcasing a unique street performance featuring a Chinese wrestler and an automaton tom-tom player. The wrestler is engaged in a lively match with a human-size pasteboard puppet, demonstrating impressive strength and agility. The intricate details of the handcoloured copperplate engraving by Andrea Freschi after Antoine Cardon bring this historical moment to life, highlighting the artistry and skill of the performers.
The juxtaposition of traditional wrestling techniques with the mechanical precision of the automaton creates a fascinating contrast, illustrating the blend of ancient traditions and technological innovation during this period in Chinese history. The vibrant colors and dynamic composition draw viewers into the bustling streets of Qing Dynasty China, where entertainment and spectacle were integral parts of everyday life.
As onlookers gather around to witness this mesmerizing display, one can imagine the sounds of drums beating rhythmically in time with each move made by the wrestlers. This print serves as a window into a bygone era, offering glimpses of cultural practices that have long since faded into history but continue to inspire curiosity and fascination today.
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