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The antique map titled 'With the Union of Hearts and Efforts, Happiness and Abundance are within our grasp' is a vintage woodcut created by Suzhou Taohuawu. It was published by Jiangsu People's Publishing, circa 1960. The print features captions and addresses in Chinese, as well as a caption in English. It depicts children on small boats catching a giant fish in a net.
**Key Features of the Print:**
1. **Artistic Woodcut**: The print is a woodcut, showcasing the artistic technique of carving an image onto a block of wood and then printing it onto paper. Woodcuts are known for their intricate and detailed designs.
2. **Cultural and Historical Significance**: The print likely holds cultural and historical significance, reflecting the artistic and ideological trends of the time it was created, which was during the mid-20th century.
3. **Symbolism**: The title of the map, 'With the Union of Hearts and Efforts, Happiness and Abundance are within our grasp,' suggests a theme of unity, cooperation, and collective effort, which aligns with the political and social ideologies of the era.
4. **Children and Symbolic Imagery**: The depiction of children on small boats catching a giant fish in a net may carry symbolic meaning. It could symbolize the aspirations of the younger generation and their role in achieving abundance and happiness through collective action.
5. **Bilingual Text**: The inclusion of captions and addresses in both Chinese and English indicates the potential for international outreach and communication, which was a common practice during the period of the print's creation.
6. **Publisher**: Jiangsu People's Publishing, the publisher of the print, may have been involved in disseminating political and cultural messages during that time.
7. **Propaganda and Ideological Art**: The print may have been used as a form of propaganda or ideological art to promote specific values and beliefs consistent with the prevailing political ideology.
8. **Artistic Craftsmanship**: Woodcut prints like this one often demonstrate the skill and craftsmanship of the artist in creating intricate and visually striking images.
9. **Visual Storytelling**: The image tells a visual story that invites interpretation and reflection on its message and symbolism.
Overall, the 'With the Union of Hearts and Efforts' antique map is a unique and culturally significant piece of artwork that offers insights into the artistic, ideological, and historical context of its time. It may have served as a form of visual communication and propaganda during the mid-20th century.
- Dimensions:Height: 15.01 in (38.1 cm)Width: 21.19 in (53.8 cm)Depth: 0.02 in (0.5 mm)
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- Date of Manufacture:c.1960
- Condition:Strong creasing. Shows a few defects. Blank verso. Please study image carefully.
- Seller Location:Langweer, NL
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