Group of Chinese Ladies of Rank

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Group of Chinese Ladies of Rank

Pierre Joseph Rossier. Views in China issued by Negretti and Zambra in 1859 and 1861. First Series and second series. These important images were the first commercial views of China to be sold in the west. Date: 1858-1861

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1858 1861 1859 1861 Commercial Important Issued Negretti Orient Pierre Rank Rossier Sold Zambra

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This photograph print, titled "Group of Chinese Ladies of Rank," is a rare and significant glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of China during the mid-19th century. Taken by the renowned Swiss photographer Pierre Joseph Rossier, these images were among the very first commercial views of China to be sold in the Western world. The photographs were published by Negretti and Zambra, a leading London-based firm specializing in scientific and topographical instruments, and were part of their "Views in China" series, issued between 1859 and 1861. The image showcases a group of elegantly dressed Chinese ladies of high rank, seated in a serene and ornate setting. The ladies are adorned in traditional Chinese garments, intricately embroidered with delicate patterns and vibrant colors. Their refined demeanor and poised posture convey a sense of grace and sophistication, offering a captivating contrast to the exoticism and mystery that the West held towards the Orient at the time. Rossier's photographs were groundbreaking in their ability to bring the far-off lands of China into the homes and minds of people in the West. These images not only served as valuable records of Chinese culture and society during a time of significant political and social change, but also fueled the growing fascination with the East and its people. The "Group of Chinese Ladies of Rank" remains an enduring testament to Rossier's skill as a photographer and the enduring allure of Chinese culture.

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