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Scene from a Peking opera dramatic performance
Scene from a Peking opera dramatic performance. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Andrea Bernieri from Giulio Ferrrarios Costumes Antique and Modern of All Peoples (Il Costume Antico e Moderno di Tutti i Popoli), Florence, 1842
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Andrea Anthropology Antique Bernieri Drama Ferrrario Giulio Manners Nation Opera Peking Peoples Performance
20x30 inch Poster Print
Experience the rich culture of Peking Opera with our exquisite poster prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases a handcoloured copperplate engraving by Andrea Bernieri from Giulio Ferrrarios Costumes Antique and Modern of All Peoples. Transport yourself back in time as performers bring ancient Chinese stories to life through music, dance, and elaborate costumes. Add this stunning piece of art to your home or office to inspire creativity and ignite curiosity about the world's diverse artistic traditions.
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 76.8cm x 51.4cm (30.2" x 20.2")
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.
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This handcoloured copperplate engraving by Andrea Bernieri, from Giulio Ferrrario's "Costumes Antique and Modern of All Peoples" (Il Costume Antico e Moderno di Tutti i Popoli), published in Florence in 1842, captures a captivating scene from a Peking Opera performance. Peking Opera, a traditional Chinese form of musical theatre, is renowned for its vibrant costumes, intricate makeup, and rich cultural heritage. The performers in this image are deeply engrossed in their roles, their expressive faces and elaborate attire reflecting the depth and complexity of the drama unfolding on stage. The opera scene depicted here showcases the integration of various artistic elements, including music, dance, and acrobatics, which have long been integral to Chinese theatrical traditions. The performers, with their exaggerated gestures and bold expressions, engage the audience in a visceral and immersive experience. The intricate details of their costumes, from the rich brocades and silks to the ornate headpieces and headdresses, are a testament to the meticulous craftsmanship and cultural significance of these garments. The Peking Opera, with its rich history and enduring popularity, has long served as a window into Chinese culture and customs. This engraving, with its exquisite detail and evocative imagery, offers a glimpse into the world of this ancient and captivating art form. The various races, tribes, and nations represented in Ferrrario's "Costumes Antique and Modern of All Peoples" serve as a reminder of the diverse and intriguing cultural tapestry that makes up the human experience. Andrea Bernieri's masterful handcoloured copperplate engraving is not only a beautiful work of art, but also an invaluable historical record of a bygone era. It invites us to explore the depths of Chinese culture and tradition, and to appreciate the beauty and complexity of the world's many artistic expressions.
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