Transpacific Engagements: Trade, Translation, and Visual Culture of Entangled Empires (1565-1898)

In the age of imperialism, the transpacific region experienced cultural and intellectual clashes as European empires competed for control. Transpacific Engagements explores these exchanges through artistic expressions, culinary practices, and the Manila Galleon trade. The book highlights the role of East, South, and Southeast Asian polities and dynasties in these multilateral exchanges, published by the Ayala Foundation, Inc. in association with the Getty Research Institute and Kunsthistorisches Institut in Florenz.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 06 December 2022
Publisher: Getty Trust Publications

In the captivating era of imperialism, the transpacific region witnessed a vibrant tapestry of hybrid cultures, intellectual clashes, and dynamic exchanges. As rival European empires jostled for control over the lucrative trade routes between Asia and the Americas, a rich cultural and artistic exchange unfolded. Transpacific Engagements, a comprehensive collection of scholarly essays, delves into these intricate interactions, focusing on the Spanish and American enterprises in the Asia-Pacific region.

This volume explores a myriad of artistic expressions that captured the aspirations and imaginations of imperial powers. From the Philippines to Spain, Japan, and Hawaii, it uncovers the transformative journey of texts, images, and culinary practices as they traversed cultural boundaries. It also sheds light on the intricate network of objects and people that traversed the transpacific, with a special emphasis on the flourishing Manila Galleon trade that thrived from 1565 to 1815.

Contributions from art historians, anthropologists, historians, and cultural studies scholars come together in this groundbreaking volume, offering groundbreaking investigations of objects and histories. Through their insightful analyses, they illustrate the significant role played by East, South, and Southeast Asian polities and dynasties in these multilateral exchanges.

Published by the Ayala Foundation, Inc. in association with the Getty Research Institute and Kunsthistorisches Institut in Florenz (Max-Planck-Institut), Transpacific Engagements is a testament to the enduring legacy of imperialism and its profound impact on the world. It provides a rich and immersive exploration of the complex tapestry of cultures, ideas, and artistic expressions that shaped the transpacific region during this pivotal period.

Dimension: 305 x 241 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9786218028227