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Fine Art Print : Shanghai - porters resting by the roadside
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Shanghai - porters resting by the roadside
Porters with large wooden barrels and baskets attached to their yolks, rest at the side of the road, some taking refreshment. Further down the street is a vendor of cakes or biscuits
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Media ID 4431199
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Attached Barrels Baskets Biscuits Cakes Overseer Porters Refreshment Rest Resting Road Side Shanghai Vendor Yolks
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the rich history and vibrant energy of Shanghai with this captivating fine art print from Media Storehouse. Featuring an iconic image by Mary Evans Prints Online, this exquisite piece showcases the daily life of the city's porters, taking a well-deserved break by the roadside. With large wooden barrels and baskets attached to their yolks, they rest and share a moment of respite. In the distance, a vendor entices passersby with the tantalizing aroma of fresh cakes or biscuits. Transport yourself to a bygone era with this evocative and beautifully detailed print, perfect for adding character and depth to any space.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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 53.3cm x 32.9cm (21" x 13")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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 captures a moment of respite for Shanghai's hardworking porters, as they rest by the roadside with their large wooden barrels and baskets attached to their yolks. The porters, dressed in traditional Chinese clothing, take a break from their laborious tasks, some sipping tea or nibbling on cakes or biscuits from a nearby vendor. The vendor, with a cart piled high with delicacies, adds a touch of color and vibrancy to the scene. The historical setting of this image transports us back in time, with the pavement and buildings in the background revealing the rich history and culture of Shanghai. The oversized barrels and baskets, skillfully balanced on the porters' yolks, are a testament to the physical demands of traditional trade in China. Despite the hustle and bustle of the busy street further down the road, this quiet moment of rest offers a glimpse into the daily life of the porters and the importance of taking a break to recharge. The wooden barrels and baskets, along with the vendor's cart and the pavement, add to the authenticity of this image, making it a must-have for any collection of Chinese history or culture.
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