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C1828
Cochinchinese Mandarin.
Artist:
E.Reid
Rare aquatint of Vietnamese Chinaman in traditional dress. From John Crawfurd’s account of his diplomatic mission to Siam (Thailand) and Cochin China prior to to the British formally seeking to enter into treaties with these countries. As a linguist he … Read Full Description
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Full Title:
Cochinchinese Mandarin.
Date:
C1828
Artist:
E.Reid
Condition:
In good condition with fine hand colouring.
Technique:
Original aquatint
Image Size:
103mm
x 180mm
AUTHENTICITY
Genuine antique
dated:
1828
Description:
Rare aquatint of Vietnamese Chinaman in traditional dress.
From John Crawfurd’s account of his diplomatic mission to Siam (Thailand) and Cochin China prior to to the British formally seeking to enter into treaties with these countries. As a linguist he provide a unique understanding and observations of the of the culture prior to the opening of trade with the west.
From, The Journal of an Embassy from the Governor-General of India to the Courts of Siam and Cochin China exhibiting a view of the actual state of those kingdoms.
