Fine Art Print : Porcelain Tower Felice Beato English born Italy
Fine Art Prints From Liszt Collection
Porcelain Tower Felice Beato English born Italy
Porcelain Tower; Felice Beato (English, born Italy, 1832 - 1909); China; October 1860; Albumen silver print
Liszt Collection of nineteenth-century engravings and images to browse and enjoy
Media ID 18490317
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1832 1909 Born Italy China Felice Beato October 1860 Porcelain Tower
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the captivating allure of the past with our exquisite Porcelain Tower Fine Art Print from the renowned Liszt Collection. This stunning, vintage photograph, captured by the masterful lens of Felice Beato in October 1860, transports you to China with an image of the iconic Porcelain Tower. The intricate details and rich tones of this albumen silver print bring the history and culture of this magnificent structure to life. Add a touch of timeless elegance to your home or office with this beautiful work of art.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 46.8cm x 40.6cm (18.4" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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 photograph from the Liszt Collection showcases the iconic Porcelain Tower, captured by Felice Beato in October 1860. Born in Italy but of English descent, Beato was renowned for his pioneering work in early photography. The image transports us back to a time when China's architectural wonders were still relatively unknown to the Western world. The Porcelain Tower stands tall and majestic against the sky, its intricate design and delicate porcelain tiles shimmering even in monochrome. Beato's expert use of albumen silver print brings out every fine detail of this remarkable structure. From afar, we can see the tower's distinct pagoda-like shape with multiple tiers adorned with ornate decorations. Each level is meticulously crafted, showcasing traditional Chinese craftsmanship at its finest. As we gaze upon this photograph, we are reminded of both the beauty and fragility of cultural heritage. The Porcelain Tower was sadly destroyed during conflicts that ravaged China later on, making images like these all the more precious today. Felice Beato's lens has immortalized a moment frozen in time – an exquisite testament to human creativity and ingenuity. This photograph serves as a visual bridge connecting different cultures across centuries; it invites us to appreciate not only China's rich history but also the artistry behind early photography itself.
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