Los 4032

China
Views of China, mostly Beijing

Photographer unknown. Views of China, mostly Beijing. Circa 1900. Circa 70 vintage collodion paper prints. Various sizes between circa 18 x 26 cm, 11 x 16 and smaller. Mounted to album boards (some foxing), bound in black lacquer album with MOP inlay (pieces missing, inner binding loose).

This album was compiled around the time of the Boxer Revolt and shows many soldiers of various countries such as Russia, India and Germany, posing in front of temples and monuments in and around Beijing. Also includes images of Chinese craftsmen, street sellers as well as studio portraits. – Some prints with light surface rubbing or spots, some faded, many strong and clear images in very good condition.