Fine Art Print : Bound feet, Chine, early 1900s

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Bound feet, Chine, early 1900s

Bound feet, Chine, early 1900s. Date: early 1900s

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Media ID 32349566

© The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive / Mary Evans

Binding Bound Chine Feet Foot

20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print

Step into history with our exquisite Fine Art Print from The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive Collection at Media Storehouse. This captivating image, titled 'Bound feet, Chine, early 1900s,' offers a haunting glimpse into the past. A poignant reminder of a long-practiced tradition, this photograph showcases the intricately bound feet of a Chinese woman from the early 20th century. The delicate details and rich, authentic tones bring this powerful image to life, making it a stunning addition to any art collection or decorative space. Experience the beauty and depth of history with our Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse.

20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.

Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")

Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")

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 haunting image captures a glimpse into the painful tradition of foot binding in early 1900s China. The delicate yet deformed feet of the Chinese woman in the photograph are a stark reminder of the extreme lengths women went to conform to societal beauty standards during this time period. The practice of foot binding, which began in the 10th century and was eventually banned in 1912, involved tightly wrapping young girls' feet to prevent them from growing naturally. This resulted in excruciating pain, limited mobility, and lifelong deformities for those who underwent the process. Despite its cruel nature, foot binding was seen as a symbol of femininity and social status in Chinese culture. Women with bound feet were considered more desirable for marriage and were often associated with grace and elegance. This vintage lantern slide serves as a powerful historical artifact, shedding light on the oppressive beauty ideals that women faced in early 20th century China. It is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by generations of women to fit into narrow definitions of beauty imposed by society. As we reflect on this image today, let us remember the resilience and strength of these women who endured such physical hardships for the sake of acceptance and conformity. May their stories serve as a testament to the enduring power of female solidarity and liberation from harmful beauty standards.

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