China - Walls of British Legation and the Carriage Park, Pek
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China - Walls of British Legation and the Carriage Park, Pek
Lantern slide of Walls of British Legation and the Carriage Park, Peking (Beijing). Part of Box 159 Pekin, slide no. 46 Date: circa 1890s
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Beijing Legation Peking Slides Walls
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This lantern slide depicts a serene scene from the late 19th century in Peking, China, now known as Beijing. The image showcases the imposing walls of the British Legation, a diplomatic compound housing the British embassy, and the adjacent Carriage Park. The British Legation, with its grand architecture, served as a symbol of British influence and power during the late Qing Dynasty. The park, located just outside the compound, was a popular place for diplomats and their families to relax and enjoy the picturesque surroundings. The tranquil atmosphere of the park is contrasted by the fortified walls of the Legation, which were built in response to increasing tensions between China and Western powers in the late 19th century. The walls were designed to protect the diplomats and their families from potential attacks or unrest in the city. The lantern slide, taken circa 1890s, offers a glimpse into the past and provides a unique perspective on the diplomatic and cultural interactions between China and the Western world during this period. The image also highlights the architectural differences between Chinese and Western styles, with the traditional Chinese buildings in the background and the more modern European-style structures of the Legation in the foreground. This historical lantern slide is a valuable resource for scholars, historians, and anyone interested in the rich history of China and its interactions with the Western world during the late 19th century. The slide provides a visual representation of a time when diplomacy, culture, and power dynamics were in a state of flux, and offers a fascinating insight into the complexities of international relations during this period.
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