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Tshan-Di-Coo-Sah, Lew Chew, 1855 (lithograph)
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Tshan-Di-Coo-Sah, Lew Chew, 1855 (lithograph)
1272348 Tshan-Di-Coo-Sah, Lew Chew, 1855 (lithograph) by Heine, Wilhelm Joseph (1813-39); 15.5x22.5 cm; Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info.: Heine, W.|Brown, Eliphalet M. Jr.|Sarony & Co. New York - Artist|Artist|Lithographer); eFree Library of Philadelphia; Print and Picture Collection - Jackson Collection of American Lithographs; German, out of copyright
Media ID 23105872
© Free Library of Philadelphia Print and Picture Collection - Jackson Collection of American Lithographs / Bridgeman Images
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This lithograph, titled "Tshan-Di-Coo-Sah, Lew Chew, 1855" takes us on a visual journey to the vibrant streets of Asia in the mid-19th century. Created by Wilhelm Joseph Heine and measuring 15.5x22.5 cm, this print is housed in the esteemed Free Library of Philadelphia. The scene depicted showcases a daily life moment in Lew Chew (now known as Okinawa), Japan. The artist skillfully captures the essence of Asian culture through intricate details and masterful use of lines and shading. In the foreground, we see a litter being carried by several individuals dressed in traditional attire, highlighting an important mode of transportation during that time. In the background stands an impressive government building with its ornate architecture blending harmoniously with the surrounding wooded landscape. This juxtaposition between nature and civilization adds depth to the composition while giving us insight into how these elements coexisted within Japanese society. As we delve deeper into this street scene from Ryukyu Island (part of present-day Okinawa Prefecture), we can almost feel ourselves transported back to that era when Perry's expedition opened up Japan to foreign influence for the first time. It serves as a reminder of historical significance and cultural exchange between East and West. With its impeccable detail and rich symbolism, this engraving offers viewers a glimpse into an intriguing chapter in Asian history – one filled with tradition, exploration, and discovery.
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