Canton Canton China Collection

Canton - temple of 500 gods, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Canton - temple of 500 gods, between c1910 and c1915.

The 70th Bengal Native Infantry drawing rations at the Commissariat Stores, Canton, 1858. Creator: Unknown
The 70th Bengal Native Infantry drawing rations at the Commissariat Stores, Canton, 1858. Indian soldiers in China. The Bengalese drawing their rations make a rather good subject for the picturesque;

Sketches in China - a Thief whipped through the Streets of Canton, 1858. Creator: Unknown
Sketches in China - a Thief whipped through the Streets of Canton, 1858. Engraving of a sketch...received by the last Overland Mail from our Special Artist and Correspondent in China, who

Sketches in China - the Consecration of a Buddhist Abbot at the Temple of Honam, 1858. Creator: Unknown
Sketches in China - the Consecration of a Buddhist Abbot at the Temple of Honam - drawn by our special artist and correspondent, 1858

Sketches from China - Chinese Fruit-girl, 1858. Creator: Unknown
Sketches from China - Chinese Fruit-girl, 1858. Young woman selling fruit in Canton. From "Illustrated London News", 1858

View of a triumphal arch on a square in Canton, 1700-1799. Creator: Anon
View of a triumphal arch on a square in Canton, 1700-1799

Chinese Pagodah, - Between Canton & Whampoa, 1834. Creator: Anthony Vandyke Copley Fielding
Chinese Pagodah, - Between Canton & Whampoa, 1834. From "Views in India, China and on the Shores of the Red Sea, Vol. I". [Fisher, Son & Co. London, 1835]

View of the Canal, Leading to Gonamu Opposite Canton, 1813.. Creator: Ivan Vasil'evich Chesky
View of the Canal, Leading to Gonamu Opposite Canton, 1813. In 1803-06, Captain I. F. Kruzenshtern became the first Russian to circumnavigate the globe

Goppo, or the Custom Office Director in Canton, Sailing on His Vessel, 1813. Creator: Ivan Vasil'evich Chesky
Goppo, or the Custom Office Director in Canton, Sailing on His Vessel, 1813. In 1803-06, Captain I. F. Kruzenshtern became the first Russian to circumnavigate the globe

View of the British Consulate, Canton, c1891. Creator: James Grant
View of the British Consulate, Canton, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. II.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]

Jui-Lin, Governor-General of the Two Kwang Provinces, c. 1868. Creator: John Thomson
Jui-Lin, Governor-General of the Two Kwang Provinces, c. 1868. A work made of collotype, pl. xiii from the album " illustrations of china and its people, volume i" (1873)

Tea-Picking in Canton, c. 1868. Creator: John Thomson
Tea-Picking in Canton, c. 1868. A work made of collotype, pl. xix from the album " illustrations of china and its people, volume i" (1873)

Boat Girls; A Canton Boatwoman and Child; Musicians; Musicians, c. 1868. A work made of collotype, pl. vii from the album " illustrations of china and its people, volume i" (1873)

A Cantonese Gentleman; A Cantonese Gentleman; Schroffing Dollars; Reeling Silk, c. 1868. A work made of collotype, pl. xxii from the album " illustrations of china and its people

A Canton Lady; The Ladys Maid; A Bride and Bridegroom, c. 1868. Creator: John Thomson
A Canton Lady; The Ladys Maid; A Bride and Bridegroom, c. 1868. A work made of collotype, pl. xv from the album " illustrations of china and its people, volume i" (1873)

A Canton Pawn Shop; Honam Temple, Canton; Temple of Five Hundred Gods, Canton... c. 1868
A Canton Pawn Shop; Honam Temple, Canton; Temple of Five Hundred Gods, Canton; The Abbot of the Temple, c. 1868. A work made of collotype, pl

The Old Factory Site, Canton, c. 1868. Creator: John Thomson
The Old Factory Site, Canton, c. 1868. A work made of collotype, pl. xvi from the album " illustrations of china and its people, volume i" (1873)

The British Consular Yamun, Canton, c. 1868. Creator: John Thomson
The British Consular Yamun, Canton, c. 1868. A work made of collotype, pl. xvii from the album " illustrations of china and its people, volume i" (1873)

Rolling Scented Caper and Gunpowder Teas; Weighing Tea for Exportation; A Tea House... c
Rolling Scented Caper and Gunpowder Teas; Weighing Tea for Exportation; A Tea House, Canton; A Tea-Tasting Room, Canton, c. 1868. A work made of collotype, pl

Physic Street, Canton, c. 1868. Creator: John Thomson
Physic Street, Canton, c. 1868. A work made of collotype, pl. xx from the album " illustrations of china and its people, volume i" (1873)

A Canton Trading Junk, c. 1868. Creator: John Thomson
A Canton Trading Junk, c. 1868. A work made of collotype, pl. viii from the album " illustrations of china and its people, volume i" (1873)

Canton City, ca. 1869. Creator: Milton M. Miller
Canton City, ca. 1869

The Canal between Canton and the Island of Shameen, China, c1930s. Creator: Unknown
The Canal between Canton and the Island of Shameen, China, c1930s. From " Tour of the World". [Keystone View Company, Meadville, Pa. New York, Chicago, London]

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"Canton, China: A Glimpse into the Rich Cultural Tapestry of a Historic City" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the captivating sights and sounds of Canton, China. This bustling city, known for its vibrant trade and cultural heritage, has left an indelible mark on history. Take a moment to marvel at the View of the British Consulate captured by James Grant in 1891. The grandeur of this colonial building stands as a testament to the influence that foreign powers had on Canton during this era. Jui-Lin, Governor-General of the Two Kwang Provinces, comes alive through John Thomson's lens in 1868. His dignified presence reflects the power and authority he held over this region. Witnessing Tea-Picking in Canton is like stepping into another world altogether. John Thomson's photographs from 1868 transport us to lush tea plantations where workers meticulously pluck leaves that will eventually find their way into our cups. The Boat Girls depicted by Thomson offer a glimpse into everyday life along Canton's waterways. These hardworking boatwomen navigate their vessels with grace while musicians serenade passersby with enchanting melodies. Thomson also captures moments that reveal aspects of daily life such as Schroffing Dollars or Reeling Silk – activities integral to Cantonese society during this period. The portraits presented showcase both elegance and diversity within Cantonese culture. From A Canton Lady adorned in traditional attire to A Bride and Bridegroom embarking on their new journey together, these images encapsulate love, tradition, and celebration. Venturing beyond people's lives lies an array of fascinating landmarks including Honam Temple and Temple of Five Hundred Gods – spiritual sanctuaries steeped in history that continue to inspire awe today. Exploring Physic Street takes you through bustling markets filled with exotic herbs and remedies used by traditional Chinese medicine practitioners – a testament to ancient healing practices that still thrive in Canton.