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Chinese Opera Playbill: The Coming Man - Joss Temple Dinner Party 1870

Chinese Opera Playbill: The Coming Man - Joss Temple Dinner Party 1870

$ 20.89

Subject - History From Leslie's Illustrated dated May 7, 1870 PLEASE CHECK THE CATEGORY, DESCRIPTION and THE IMAGES and ASK ANY QUESTIONS YOU MAY HAVE ABOUT THE ITEM BEING OFFERED FOR SALE. ALL ITEMS ...

Description

Subject - History From Leslie's Illustrated dated May 7, 1870 PLEASE CHECK THE CATEGORY, DESCRIPTION and THE IMAGES and ASK ANY QUESTIONS YOU MAY HAVE ABOUT THE ITEM BEING OFFERED FOR SALE. ALL ITEMS ARE ORIGINAL - WE DO NOT SELL COPIES OR REPRODUCTIONS. We do combine shipping Costs - PLEASE PUT IN YOUR CART or ASK FOR A TOTAL INVOICE - BEFORE PAYING. We are offering an original PRINT titled - The Coming Man - 1.) Scene in a Ross Temple in the Chinese Quarter, San Francisco - Recently Arrived Laborers Awaiting Employment - A Party at Dinner - 2.) Entrance to the Principal Chinese Theatre in San Francisco - Reading the Playbill dated 1870 . The full page size is Approximately 10 1/2 X 15 1/2 inches. T he Condition is Very Good; there is a light crease going across the center of the page and a small stain on the top left edge. The page is not as White as it appears - (it is a nice, normal 100+ year old toned color), this is caused by my scanner and photo processor. 21430 <>< Condition: Acceptable Good Very Good - X Fine Very Fine Almost Mint Mint

Specifics

Artist

Unknown

Color

Black and White

Country/Region of Manufacture

United States

Culture

Americana

Date of Creation

1800-1899

Features

Limited Edition

Framing

Unframed

Item Height

15 1/2

Item Length

0

Item Width

10 1/2

Listed By

Dealer or Reseller

Material

Paper

Original/Licensed Reprint

Original

Print Surface

Paper

Production Technique

Engraving

Region of Origin

United States

Signed

No

Size

Medium (up to 36in.)

Style

Realism

Subject

History

Theme

History

Time Period Produced

1850-1899

Type

Print

Unit of Sale

Single Piece

Year of Production

1870

Reviews

  1. GuiCavi8fdb0

    This rare 1870 playbill from *Leslie's Illustrated* offers a fascinating glimpse into Chinese-American history. The detailed print captures newly arrived laborers in San Francisco's Ross Temple, showcasing cultural heritage and early immigrant life. A must-have for collectors of authentic historical memorabilia—excellent condition, vivid imagery, and a unique conversation piece. Seller provides clear details and combines shipping—great value for such a rare original!