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Culture Clash
circa 1955: A scene of east meets west in San Franciscos Chinatown, where a poster advertising American cigarettes stands behind baskets of the traditional Chinese soup ingredients of kelp and white fruit nuts or bok gaw, on sale outside the Chong Kee Jan Company shop. (Photo by Orlando /Three Lions/Getty Images)
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Orlando
Media ID 21134899
Advert Advertising Antithesis Brand Name Food Format Square Fruit Sign Vegetables
27x27 inch Poster Print
Step into the vibrant world of Orlando's Culture Clash, exclusively available as a stunning poster print from Media Storehouse's Fine Art collection. This captivating image, circa 1955, invites you to explore the rich fusion of East and West in San Francisco's Chinatown. Witness the intriguing juxtaposition of a traditional Chinese market scene with a poster advertising American cigarettes. Bring the allure of this iconic moment into your home or office and add a unique touch to your decor. Experience the richness of cultural history with every glance.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 69.2cm x 69.2cm (27.2" x 27.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Culture Clash (circa 1955): A captivating snapshot of the collision between East and West unfolds in San Francisco's vibrant Chinatown. In this intriguing photograph, taken by Orlando, we are transported to a bustling street corner where tradition and modernity coexist in remarkable harmony. The focal point of the image is an eye-catching poster advertising American cigarettes that proudly stands behind baskets brimming with traditional Chinese soup ingredients. The juxtaposition is striking - a symbol of the clash between two distinct cultures brought together on one vibrant canvas. Outside the Chong Kee Jan Company shop, locals and visitors alike are drawn to this mesmerizing scene. As they peruse through baskets filled with kelp and white fruit nuts or bok gaw, their eyes are inevitably caught by the bold advertisement looming overhead. It serves as a reminder of how globalization has permeated even the most sacred cultural spaces. This photograph captures more than just food and signage; it encapsulates an entire era marked by antithesis. It represents North America's growing influence on traditional customs while paying homage to Chinatown's rich heritage. Orlando masterfully freezes this moment in time, allowing us to reflect on our own place within this ever-evolving world. With its square format and monochromatic palette, this print becomes not only a visual feast but also an invitation for contemplation – urging us to ponder how these contrasting elements can coexist harmoniously.
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