Items Similar to A Street Scene in the Chinese Quarter of San Francisco Published in 1870
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 6
A Street Scene in the Chinese Quarter of San Francisco Published in 1870
$210.87
$263.5920% Off
£156.98
£196.2320% Off
€176
€22020% Off
CA$288.84
CA$361.0520% Off
A$321.26
A$401.5720% Off
CHF 167.75
CHF 209.6920% Off
MX$3,909.36
MX$4,886.7020% Off
NOK 2,142.43
NOK 2,678.0420% Off
SEK 2,009.22
SEK 2,511.5320% Off
DKK 1,339.83
DKK 1,674.7820% Off
Shipping
Retrieving quote...The 1stDibs Promise:
Authenticity Guarantee,
Money-Back Guarantee,
24-Hour Cancellation
About the Item
A Street Scene in the Chinese Quarter of San Francisco- Published in The Days' Doings, November 26, 1870.
Description: This hand-colored engraving, published in *The Days' Doings* on November 26, 1870, presents a vibrant and detailed view of daily life in the Chinese Quarter (Chinatown) of San Francisco during the late 19th century. The scene captures the bustling atmosphere of a narrow street, lined with wooden buildings, hanging laundry, and small businesses serving the local Chinese community.
The foreground features a man carrying two large baskets of produce, balanced on a pole over his shoulders. Behind him, people are seen engaging in various activities—gathering in groups, walking along the street, and conversing on balconies. A wooden sign reading "Tong Wo Doctor" can be seen on the left, advertising a local Chinese medicine shop, while another sign for "Sam Lee, Sam Sing" is displayed above a bridge-like structure connecting two buildings.
The narrow street, laundry lines, and multi-story wooden buildings with balconies give the scene a distinctly urban and immigrant quarter feel, reflecting the growing Chinese immigrant community in San Francisco during this time. The engraving captures both the vibrant energy of this neighborhood and the cultural exchanges occurring in the rapidly expanding city.
About the Publication and Technique:
*The Days' Doings* was a weekly illustrated newspaper that ran from 1870 to 1879, known for its sensationalist coverage of crime, scandals, and interesting stories from both America and Europe. It often depicted lively scenes from everyday life, such as this portrayal of San Francisco’s Chinatown, providing its audience with visual glimpses into different facets of society.
The engraving is produced using a wood engraving technique, where an image is carved into a block of wood for printing. Afterward, the image was hand-colored to add vibrancy to the bustling street scene. These prints were then mass-produced and circulated widely through publications like *The Days' Doings*.
---
Keywords: San Francisco Chinatown 1870, Chinese Quarter San Francisco, *The Days' Doings* November 26, 1870, Chinese immigrant life 19th century, hand-colored wood engraving, Chinatown street scene engraving, Tong Wo Doctor, Sam Lee Sam Sing, 19th-century San Francisco prints, Chinatown daily life illustration.
- Dimensions:Height: 15.95 in (40.5 cm)Width: 11.62 in (29.5 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.02 mm)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1870
- Condition:Condition: good, given age. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Minor foxing (small brown spots) can be seen in a few areas, but they do not detract from the overall image. Please study scans carefully.
- Seller Location:Langweer, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: BG-13839-101stDibs: LU3054341544232
About the Seller
5.0
Recognized Seller
These prestigious sellers are industry leaders and represent the highest echelon for item quality and design.
Platinum Seller
Premium sellers with a 4.7+ rating and 24-hour response times
Established in 2009
1stDibs seller since 2017
2,510 sales on 1stDibs
Typical response time: <1 hour
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Shipping from: Langweer, Netherlands
- Return Policy
Authenticity Guarantee
In the unlikely event there’s an issue with an item’s authenticity, contact us within 1 year for a full refund. DetailsMoney-Back Guarantee
If your item is not as described, is damaged in transit, or does not arrive, contact us within 7 days for a full refund. Details24-Hour Cancellation
You have a 24-hour grace period in which to reconsider your purchase, with no questions asked.Vetted Professional Sellers
Our world-class sellers must adhere to strict standards for service and quality, maintaining the integrity of our listings.Price-Match Guarantee
If you find that a seller listed the same item for a lower price elsewhere, we’ll match it.Trusted Global Delivery
Our best-in-class carrier network provides specialized shipping options worldwide, including custom delivery.More From This Seller
View AllOriginal Antique Print of a Street in Guangzhou, China, ca.1850
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'New-China Street a Canton'.
This print depicts a street in Guangzhou, China. Originates from 'Voyage autour du monde, exécuté pendant les années 1836 et 1837 ...
Category
Antique 1850s Prints
Materials
Paper
$450 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Print of a Street in Guangzhou by D'Urville (1853)
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Une Rue de Canton'. Original print of a street in Guangzhou (or Canton), China. This print originates from volume 1 of 'Voyage Autour du Monde' by Comte-Amiral ...
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Prints
Materials
Paper
$191 Sale Price
20% Off
Old Street View in Guangzhou 'Canton' and Inhabitants of Guangzhou, China, 1834
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Une Rue de Canton - Barbier - Habitans de Canton'.
View of a street in Guangzhou (Canton) and inhabitants of Guangzhou, also includes a small image of a Chinese barber...
Category
Antique 1830s Prints
Materials
Paper
$115 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Print of a Street and Inhabitants of Guangzhou in China, 1834
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Une Rue de Canton - Barbier - Habitans de Canton'. View of a street in Guangzhou (Canton) and inhabitants of Guangzhou, also includes a small image of a Chinese barber...
Category
Antique 19th Century Prints
Materials
Paper
$86 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Print with a View of a Fish Market in Guangzhou 'Canton', China, 1856
Located in Langweer, NL
Description: Antique print titled ‘Fish Market Canton‘.
View of a fish market in Guangzhou (Canton), China. This print originates from 'Narrative of the expedition of an American...
Category
Antique 1850s Prints
Materials
Paper
$325 Sale Price
20% Off
Venetian Serenity: Capturing the Essence of Calle della Madonna, 1890
Located in Langweer, NL
Photogravure of Calle della Madonna, a street near Ponte di Rialto in Venice, Italy. This print originates from 'Calli e Canali - Streets and Canals in ...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Prints
Materials
Paper
$191 Sale Price
20% Off
You May Also Like
Chinatown, San Francisco
By Edward Wilson Currier
Located in London, GB
'Chinatown, San Francisco', gouache on fine art paper, by Edward Wilson Currier (1903). Spofford Alley in San Francisco's Chinatown is best known for an address (number 36) where Dr. Sun Yat-Sen plotted the overthrow of China's last dynasty. During Prohibition, it was the site of turf battles over local bootlegging and protection rackets. Today it is lined with seniors' community centres. However, the quiet alley livens up in the evenings when a Chinese orchestra strikes up a tune, mah-jongg games begin with a cascade of clicking tiles, and barbers and florists use the pretence of sweeping their doorsteps to gossip. In this artist's depiction, a man smokes a long-stemmed Chinese pipe under the awning and colourful lanterns hanging from the wooden supports while a child looks on. The artwork is interesting from several standpoints including architectural, cultural and historical. Shortly after this work was painted, the neighbourhood was completely destroyed in the 1906 earthquake that levelled most of the city. From 1910 to 1940, Chinese immigrants were detained at the Angel Island...
Category
Early 1900s Expressionist Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Gouache
$2,740 Sale Price
20% Off
Strada St. Giovanni, Valetta - Original Lithograph - Early-19th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Strada St. Giovanni, Valetta is an original modern artwork realized in Italy in the first half of the 19th Century.
Original Lithograph on Ivory Paper.
Inscripted in capital lette...
Category
1850s Modern Figurative Prints
Materials
Lithograph
John W. Gregory, North End Street Scene (Boston)
By John W. Gregory
Located in New York, NY
Boston's North End is a charming Italian neighborhood with small buildings and twisting streets. The artist, John W. Gregory, captures the feeling of a pleasant afternoon visiting th...
Category
1930s Ashcan School Landscape Prints
Materials
Lithograph
Une Rue à Beyrouth - Etching by Charles Longueville - 1870s
Located in Roma, IT
Une Rue à Beyrouth is a black and white etching realized by Charles Longueville in 1870s.
Titled in the lower.
Image size: 29cmx21.5cm.
Very Good condition.
Realized by Cadart fo...
Category
1870s Modern Figurative Prints
Materials
Etching
Matinée Avenue de Clichy
By Auguste Brouet
Located in Middletown, NY
Drypoint etching on buff wove paper, 9 1/2 x 10 3/4 inches (240 x 271 mm) full margins. Signed in the image, lower left. With the "Musée Louvre Chalcographie" blind stamp in the lowe...
Category
Early 20th Century French School Landscape Prints
Materials
Handmade Paper, Drypoint, Etching
A Street in China [After Baron Adolph de Meyer]
By Baron Adolf de Meyer
Located in New York, NY
Photogravure #12 (from "Camera Work" #XL)
11 x 7.5 inches, sheet
9.5 x 6 inches, plate
This artwork is offered by ClampArt, located in New York City.
Category
1910s Other Art Style Black and White Photography
Materials
Photogravure
![A Street in China [After Baron Adolph de Meyer]](https://a.1stdibscdn.com/baron-adolf-de-meyer-photography-a-street-in-china-after-baron-adolph-de-meyer-for-sale/a_9323/1530218011643/Meyer_A_Street_in_China_1stdibs_master.jpg?width=240)
More Ways To Browse
Chinese Printing Block
Large Laundry Basket
English Iron Bed
Franz Xavier Bergman
Frem Rojle Chair
French Confit Jar
French Opaline Bottle
French Soda
Garden Rabbit
German Cigarette Case
Gio Ponti Display Cabinet
Glass Door Etagere
Glass Ginger Jar
Goat Skin Parchment
Goryeo Celadon
Granite Buddha
Gun Cabinet
Hand Painted Music Boxes