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View on a River near Canton, 1834. Creator: Samuel Prout
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View on a River near Canton, 1834. Creator: Samuel Prout
View on a River near Canton, 1834. From "Views in India, China and on the Shores of the Red Sea, Vol. II". [Fisher, Son & Co. London, 1835]
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Boatman Boatmen Canton Captain R N Elliot Captain R N Elliott Commander Robert Elliott Elliott Robert Elliott Robert James Emma Roberts Fisher Fisher Co Fisher Company Fisher Son Co Fisher Son Company Miss Emma Roberts Pearl River Prout Samuel Robert Elliott Robert James Elliott Roberts Emma Samuel Prout Son And Co
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an exquisite 1834 print by renowned English artist Samuel Prout, transports us to the bustling waters of China's Pearl River. The scene unfolds before us as a serene yet vibrant estuary, where the tranquility of the water is juxtapposed against the industrious activity of the boatmen and their cargo boats. Captain Robert Elliott, an English commander, is depicted in the foreground, observing the scene with a thoughtful expression. He is accompanied by Miss Emma Roberts, possibly a travel companion or a member of his family. The pair, dressed in Western attire, stand out against the backdrop of traditional Chinese boats and the country's rich, cultural landscape. The print, part of Prout's "Views in India, China and on the Shores of the Red Sea," showcases the artist's mastery of capturing the essence of a place and its people. The intricate details of the boats, the men at work, and the surrounding geographical features are rendered with remarkable precision and depth. The use of black and white enhances the print's timeless quality, transporting us to a bygone era. The peaceful scene on the river near Canton, with its boats laden with cargo and the industrious boatmen, represents the vital role water transport played in the commercial and cultural exchange between the East and the West during the 19th century. This evocative print by Samuel Prout is a testament to the enduring allure of the Orient and the human spirit that thrived amidst its rich and diverse landscapes.
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