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Chinese woman with bound feet, China
19th century vintage photograph: Chinese woman with bound feet, China c. 1880 s
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Media ID 23431912
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Step into the captivating world of history with our exquisite Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this vintage photograph of a Chinese woman from the late 19th century. Her intricately bound feet, a symbol of ancient Chinese culture and tradition, are beautifully preserved in this striking image from Mary Evans Prints Online. Add an air of mystery and intrigue to your home decor with this vintage Chinese artifact, expertly printed on high-quality canvas for a vibrant and detailed finish. Bring history to life with our Canvas Prints, the perfect blend of art and history.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative 19th century vintage photograph captures the image of a Chinese woman with bound feet, a practice deeply rooted in Chinese culture that dates back over a thousand years. The photograph, estimated to have been taken between the 1870s and 1890s, offers a glimpse into a bygone era and the traditions that once defined Chinese society. Foot binding was a customary rite of passage for young girls in China, beginning as early as the age of five or six. The practice involved breaking and binding the feet to create a small, delicate shape, symbolizing feminine beauty and desirability. The process was painful and often resulted in lifelong health complications, including difficulty walking and chronic pain. Despite the practice's controversial nature, foot binding was widely accepted and even celebrated within Chinese society for centuries. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the rich history and complex cultural traditions that have shaped China's past. As travelers explored China during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, they documented the practice of foot binding through photographs like this one. These images offer valuable insights into a historical period that is often shrouded in mystery and intrigue. Today, foot binding is largely considered a relic of the past, with modern Chinese society embracing new ideals of femininity and human rights. However, the legacy of this once-ubiquitous practice continues to influence Chinese culture and identity, making it an essential part of China's complex and fascinating history.
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