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The Crisis in China, Examination of Russian Workmen before a Manchurian District Mandarin (litho)
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The Crisis in China, Examination of Russian Workmen before a Manchurian District Mandarin (litho)
1600708 The Crisis in China, Examination of Russian Workmen before a Manchurian District Mandarin (litho) by Woodville, Richard Caton II (1856-1927) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Crisis in China, Examination of Russian Workmen before a Manchurian District Mandarin. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 18 August 1900.
R Caton Woodville); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23065738
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Boxer Rebellion Crisis Examination Mandarin Chineses
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The Crisis in China, Examination of Russian Workmen before a Manchurian District Mandarin
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is a captivating lithograph that depicts a significant moment during the Boxer Rebellion in 1900. The artwork, created by Richard Caton Woodville II and now held in a private collection, showcases the tension and complexity of this historical event. In the image, we see Russian workmen being examined by a stern Manchurian District Mandarin. The scene captures the clash between different cultures and interests as foreign powers sought to exert their influence over China. The engraving adds an air of seriousness to the composition, emphasizing the gravity of the situation. Woodville's illustration originally appeared in The Illustrated London News on August 18th, 1900. It serves as both documentation and commentary on this critical period in Chinese history. Through his meticulous attention to detail and skillful portrayal of human emotions, Woodville transports us back to witness this examination firsthand. This print not only provides insight into the events surrounding the Boxer Rebellion but also raises questions about imperialism, power dynamics, and cultural clashes that continue to resonate today. As we study this artwork from Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder collection, we are reminded of how art can serve as a powerful tool for understanding our shared past while shedding light on ongoing global issues.
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