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George Earl Macartney 2
GEORGE, first earl MACARTNEY Diplomat famous for his embassy to China Date: 1737 - 1806
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1737 1806 Diplomat Embassy Macartney
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "George Earl Macartney: The British Diplomat Who Changed the Course of Anglo-Chinese Relations" George Earl Macartney (1737-1806), a renowned British diplomat, is depicted in this portrait. Macartney's historical significance lies in his groundbreaking embassy to China, which took place between 1792 and 1794. This diplomatic mission marked a pivotal moment in Anglo-Chinese relations, as it was the first official British embassy to the Chinese imperial court since the late Ming Dynasty. Macartney, who was born in County Tyrone, Ireland, joined the British diplomatic service in 1761. He quickly rose through the ranks, demonstrating exceptional diplomatic skills and a deep understanding of international affairs. In 1792, King George III appointed him as the British Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to the Chinese Emperor Qianlong. The embassy's primary objective was to establish formal diplomatic and commercial relations between Britain and China. Macartney brought with him a letter from the King, an elaborate gift list, and a contingent of 150 people, including artists, scientists, and craftsmen. The embassy's arrival in China was met with initial curiosity, but the Chinese Emperor became increasingly skeptical of the British demands for equal trading rights and the establishment of a permanent British legation in Beijing. Despite the mission's failure to achieve its primary objectives, Macartney's embassy opened the door for future diplomatic and cultural exchanges between Britain and China. It also provided valuable insights into Chinese society, politics, and culture, which influenced the British perception of China for generations to come. This striking portrait of George Earl Macartney, taken during his diplomatic career, serves as a testament to his remarkable achievements and the enduring impact of his embassy on Anglo-Chinese relations.
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