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A Country Road near Taiwanfu; A Catamaran; Chain Pumps; Rock Inscriptions, Amoy, c. 1868
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A Country Road near Taiwanfu; A Catamaran; Chain Pumps; Rock Inscriptions, Amoy, c. 1868
A Country Road near Taiwanfu; A Catamaran; Chain Pumps; Rock Inscriptions, Amoy, c. 1868. A work made of collotype, pl. v from the album " illustrations of china and its people, volume ii" (1873)
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1873 Cliff Cliff Face Cliffs Collotype Formosa Inscribed Inscription J Thompson John Thomson Oriental Pump Taiwan Taiwanese Thomson John Catamaran Scots
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This photo print, titled "A Country Road near Taiwanfu; A Catamaran; Chain Pumps; Rock Inscriptions, Amoy, c. 1868" takes us back to the enchanting landscapes of 19th century China. Captured by renowned Scottish photographer John Thomson, this image is part of his remarkable album "Illustrations of China and its People, Volume II" (1873). The photograph showcases a country road winding through the picturesque countryside near Taiwanfu in Amoy, Fujian province. The rugged cliffs towering above the coast create a dramatic backdrop for this scenic view. In the foreground, we see a catamaran gracefully gliding across the water – a traditional mode of transportation in coastal regions. Notably, Thomson's lens also captures chain pumps used for irrigation purposes along with rock inscriptions that adorn cliff faces. These inscriptions offer glimpses into the rich history and heritage of this region. Thomson's collotype technique beautifully renders every detail in this vintage artwork. The monochromatic palette enhances the timeless quality of the scene while emphasizing its artistic composition. As we admire this piece at the Art Institute Chicago or any art gallery fortunate enough to house it, we are transported back to an era when travel was an adventure and photography was still in its infancy. Through Thomson's lens, we gain insight into both Chinese culture and British exploration during this period – truly capturing a moment frozen in time.
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