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Poster Print : Shanghai - porters resting by the roadside
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Shanghai - porters resting by the roadside
Porters with large wooden barrels and baskets attached to their yolks, rest at the side of the road, some taking refreshment. Further down the street is a vendor of cakes or biscuits
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Media ID 4431199
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Attached Barrels Baskets Biscuits Cakes Overseer Porters Refreshment Rest Resting Road Side Shanghai Vendor Yolks
20x30 inch Poster Print
Introducing the Shanghai Poster Print from Media Storehouse, an evocative image of a bustling street scene from the past. This captivating print, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases porters taking a well-deserved rest by the roadside. The porters, each with large wooden barrels and baskets balanced on their yolks, create a striking tableau. The scene unfolds further down the street, where a vendor entices passersby with an inviting display of cakes or biscuits. Transport yourself back in time with this captivating, rights-managed print. Perfect for adding character and depth to any space, this Shanghai Poster Print is a must-have for history enthusiasts, world travelers, or those who appreciate the beauty of bygone eras.
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 Image Size (if not cropped) is 76.8cm x 47.3cm (30.2" x 18.6")
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) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a moment of respite for Shanghai's hardworking porters, as they rest by the roadside with their large wooden barrels and baskets attached to their yolks. The porters, dressed in traditional Chinese clothing, take a break from their laborious tasks, some sipping tea or nibbling on cakes or biscuits from a nearby vendor. The vendor, with a cart piled high with delicacies, adds a touch of color and vibrancy to the scene. The historical setting of this image transports us back in time, with the pavement and buildings in the background revealing the rich history and culture of Shanghai. The oversized barrels and baskets, skillfully balanced on the porters' yolks, are a testament to the physical demands of traditional trade in China. Despite the hustle and bustle of the busy street further down the road, this quiet moment of rest offers a glimpse into the daily life of the porters and the importance of taking a break to recharge. The wooden barrels and baskets, along with the vendor's cart and the pavement, add to the authenticity of this image, making it a must-have for any collection of Chinese history or culture.
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