Top Wall Pekin Showing Chinese Guns Directed
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Top Wall Pekin Showing Chinese Guns Directed
Top of the Wall of Pekin Showing the Chinese Guns Directed Against our Batteries, October 14, 1860; Felice Beato (English, born Italy, 1832 - 1909); Pekin, China; October 14, 1860; Albumen silver print
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Media ID 18490439
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1832 1860 1909 Born Italy China Directed Felice Beato Pekin Wall
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph, taken by Felice Beato in Pekin, China on October 14,1860, offers a rare glimpse into the intense military tensions of the time. The image showcases the top wall of Pekin with Chinese guns strategically positioned and directed against our batteries. The composition is striking as it captures the imposing presence of these ancient weapons looming over the city's defensive structure. The intricate details are brought to life through the use of albumen silver print, adding depth and texture to each element within the frame. Beato's skillful eye for capturing historical moments shines through in this photograph. It serves as a testament to his ability to freeze time and preserve significant events for future generations to witness. In this particular image, he encapsulates both power and vulnerability - power emanating from these formidable cannons aimed at potential adversaries while also revealing a sense of vulnerability that lies beneath their protective walls. As we delve into history through this print from Liszt Collection, we are transported back to a pivotal moment when political tensions ran high between nations. This thought-provoking image invites us to reflect upon how conflicts have shaped our world throughout centuries past.
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