Description: This charming hand colored engraving is an illustration from The Costume of China, “correct drawings of the Chinese in their respective habits and occupations, the itinerant mechanics and handicraftsmen in particular,” Title: A Watchman Hand colored engraved plate was drawn from life by the Cantonese artist Pu-Qùa and stipple-engraved by John Dadley. Published by W. Miller, Old Bond Street, London. By the late 1700s, Far Eastern trade was well established and all things "Oriental" were in great demand throughout Europe. Many exquisite objects were created specifically for the western market, including porcelains, furniture, paintings and books. The popularity of these exotic costume books created a demand for successive reprints.Copperplate stipple engraving with full original hand color.14.25 x 10 inch sheetsCondition is VERY GOOD. Presents with staple hole upper (R) corner and small crease lower margin . Else, excellent with vivid color.
Price: 150 USD
Location: Windsor, Connecticut
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Artist: John Dadley
Size: Medium (up to 36in.)
Item Length: 10 in.
Region of Origin: London
Framing: Unframed
Listed By: Dealer or Reseller
Year of Production: 1799
Item Height: 14.25 in.
Style: Asian
Culture: Chinese
Handmade: No
Print Type: Engraving
Time Period Produced: 1750-1799
Image Orientation: Portrait
Color: Multi-Color
Title: A Watchman
Material: Engraving
Original/Licensed Reprint: Licensed Reprint
Subject: Costumes
Print Surface: Paper
Type: Engraving
Original/Reproduction: Original Print
Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom
Production Technique: Engraving On paper
