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Antique Photograph of the Pazhou Tower
An evocative 19th-century silver albumen photograph capturing the Pazhou Tower, a historic Ming Dynasty …
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Antique Photograph of the Pazhou Tower
An evocative 19th-century silver albumen photograph capturing the Pazhou Tower, a historic Ming Dynasty landmark that has stood as a sentinel on the Pearl River for over four hundred years. This architectural study showcases the octagonal, nine-story pagoda’s distinct upturned eaves and brick masonry, highlighting its enduring presence as a vital navigational beacon for international merchant ships entering the port of Guangzhou.
Circa 1870, this original period photograph documents the tower during the height of the China trade, capturing a moment when the ancient structure was the primary landmark for the maritime Silk Road.
A silver albumen photograph presented in a simple frame with a dark mat. Rooted in the documentary tradition of 19th-century travel photography, this piece reflects the Western fascination with Chinese architecture and the romanticism of the Eastern landscape during the late Qing Dynasty.
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- Dimensions
- 22.25ʺW × 1ʺD × 18.5ʺH
- Styles
- Modern
- Frame Type
- Framed
- Art Subjects
- Architecture
- Period
- 19th Century
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Black & White Photography
- Condition
- Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Gray
- Condition Notes
- Wear consistent with age and use. Wear consistent with age and use. less
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