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Chinese rice mill with blindfolded mules turning
Chinese rice mill with blindfolded mules turning a millstone, Qing Dynasty. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Andrea Freschi after Antoine Cardon from Henri-Leonard-Jean-Baptiste Bertin and Jean Baptiste Joseph Bretons China, Its Costumes, Arts, Manufactures, etc. Howlett and Brimmer, London, 1824
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1. Title: "The Ancient Chinese Rice Mill: A Traditional Process Involving Blindfolded Mules" This handcoloured copperplate engraving, created by Andrea Freschi after Antoine Cardon, offers a glimpse into the rich history of Chinese rice production during the Qing Dynasty. The image, taken from the comprehensive work "China, Its Costumes, Arts, Manufactures, etc." published by Howlett and Brimmer in London in 1824, showcases an intriguing scene of blindfolded mules turning a millstone in a traditional Chinese rice mill. The mill, a testament to the ingenuity and resourcefulness of the Chinese people, is a significant component of the agricultural landscape in China. The mules, with their eyes covered by blindfolds, are skillfully guided by their handlers, who use long rods to control their movements. This method ensured a consistent grinding motion, essential for producing high-quality rice flour. The engraving's intricate details reveal the intricacies of the rice milling process. The millstone, made of granite, is large and heavy, requiring considerable force to turn. The mules, powerful and resilient, were an essential part of the process, providing the necessary energy to grind the rice into flour. The scene is further enriched by the presence of other workers, who are sorting and preparing the rice grains for milling. This image offers a unique insight into the traditional rice milling process in China during the Qing Dynasty. It is a testament to the ingenuity and resourcefulness of the Chinese people, who developed innovative methods to meet their agricultural needs. The use of blindfolded mules was a common practice in Chinese rice mills, and this engraving provides a fascinating glimpse into this aspect of Chinese history.
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