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Vietnamese opera performance, hat tuong, circa 1792. Three female dancers dance and sing with an old actor to music from horn players and drummers. After a description by Lord Macartney, English Ambassador
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Vietnamese opera performance, hat tuong, circa 1792. Three female dancers dance and sing with an old actor to music from horn players and drummers. After a description by Lord Macartney, English Ambassador
FLO4576564 Vietnamese opera performance, hat tuong, circa 1792. Three female dancers dance and sing with an old actor to music from horn players and drummers. After a description by Lord Macartney, English Ambassador. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Bertuch's " Bilderbuch fur Kinder" (Picture Book for Children), Weimar, 1807. Friedrich Johann Bertuch (1747-1822) was a German publisher and man of arts most famous for his 12-volume encyclopedia for children illustrated with 1, 200 engraved plates on natural history, science, costume, mythology, etc. published from 1790-1830.; (add.info.: Vietnamese opera performance, hat tuong, circa 1792. Three female dancers dance and sing with an old actor to music from horn players and drummers. After a description by Lord Macartney, English Ambassador. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Bertuch's " Bilderbuch fur Kinder" (Picture Book for Children), Weimar, 1807. Friedrich Johann Bertuch (1747-1822) was a German publisher and man of arts most famous for his 12-volume encyclopedia for children illustrated with 1, 200 engraved plates on natural history, science, costume, mythology, etc. published from 1790-1830.); © Florilegius
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This print captures a mesmerizing Vietnamese opera performance, known as hat tuong, dating back to circa 1792. Three graceful female dancers are seen dancing and singing alongside an elderly actor, all accompanied by the enchanting music of horn players and drummers. The scene is brought to life with vibrant colors in this handcolored copperplate engraving from Friedrich Johann Bertuch's "Bilderbuch fur Kinder" (Picture Book for Children) published in Weimar in 1807.
The English Ambassador Lord Macartney provided a detailed description of this cultural spectacle, highlighting the beauty and artistry of Vietnamese opera. The intricate costumes, elaborate movements, and melodious music create a truly immersive experience for both performers and audience alike.
Friedrich Johann Bertuch was renowned for his encyclopedia for children that featured over 1,200 engraved plates on various subjects including natural history, science, costume, mythology, and more. This particular illustration offers a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of Vietnam through the lens of Western observation.
As we admire this historical snapshot frozen in time, we are reminded of the universal language of art that transcends borders and connects us across centuries. It serves as a testament to the enduring power of storytelling through music and dance in preserving traditions for future generations to cherish.
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