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Canton Bargemen Fighting Quails, 1843 (ink & pencil on paper)
474006 Canton Bargemen Fighting Quails, 1843 (ink & pencil on paper)
by Allom, Thomas (1804-72); 18.9x12.6 cm; Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK; (add.info.: Thomas Allom was a London w/c painter. He was one of only a few 18th century artists to travel as far as China, where he painted this scene. The picture is in brown wash as it was intended to be reproduced as a print. It was published in 1843 as one of several prints titled China in a Series of Views, Displaying the Scenery, Architecture and Social Habits of that Ancient Empire. The detail in the picture is all the more striking because of its tiny size;
); eTyne & Wear Archives & Museums; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23488472
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Bargemen Barges Betting Quails Quay
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The captivating print titled "Canton Bargemen Fighting Quails, 1843" takes us back in time to ancient China, capturing a moment of intense conflict and confrontation. Created by Thomas Allom, an adventurous London watercolor painter who ventured all the way to China in the 18th century, this artwork showcases his remarkable attention to detail despite its small size. In this scene, we witness two male bargemen engaged in a fierce battle between their prized quails. The brown wash technique used by Allom adds depth and intensity to the image, emphasizing the tension and excitement surrounding these fighting birds. As spectators gather around onlookers' houses along the quay, one can sense the anticipation and energy that fills the air. This picture was originally intended as part of a series called "China in a Series of Views" where Allom aimed to depict not only the scenery but also architecture and social habits of this ancient empire. Published as prints in 1843, these artworks allowed people far from China's shores to catch glimpses into its rich culture. Now housed at Laing Art Gallery in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK, this print serves as a testament to Thomas Allom's artistic talent and his ability to transport viewers across continents through his intricate drawings. It offers us a window into history while reminding us of our fascination with conflict and competition throughout time.
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