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C1828
Malay Man.
Artist:
John Crawford (1783 - 1868)
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Full Title:
Malay Man.
Date:
C1828
Artist:
John Crawford (1783 - 1868)
Condition:
In good condition.
Technique:
Copper engraving hand coloured
Image Size:
103mm
x 177mm
AUTHENTICITY
Genuine antique
dated:
1828
Description:
Biography:
Crawford was a Scottish physician and orientalist made a 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.
