Beijing. Stone animals adorn the entranceway to the Ming Tombs

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Beijing. Stone animals adorn the entranceway to the Ming Tombs

Beijing. Stone animals adorn the entranceway to the Ming Tombs China Beijing. Date of Photograph:1969

Quilici, Folco
QFA-S-007331-00PC

Media ID 33203787

© Folco Quilici Alinari Archives

EDITORS COMMENTS
This print transports us back to the ancient city of Beijing, China in 1969. The lens captures a mesmerizing sight at the entranceway to the Ming Tombs - an array of stone animals standing tall and proud, guarding this sacred burial ground. As we gaze upon this image by Quilici, Folco from Alinari, our eyes are drawn to the intricate details carved into each animal's form. From majestic lions exuding power and strength to graceful horses symbolizing freedom and grace, these stone creatures seem almost alive against the backdrop of history. The composition is strikingly balanced as if carefully arranged for maximum visual impact. The photographer's skillful use of light and shadow adds depth to every crevice and contour, highlighting their weathered texture that bears witness to centuries gone by. These stone animals hold more than just aesthetic value; they represent a rich cultural heritage deeply rooted in Chinese traditions. They serve as guardians protecting the spirits of emperors who rest within the Ming Tombs - a final resting place for rulers during China's imperial era. In this single frame frozen in time, we can feel the weight of history surrounding us. We are transported not only through space but also through time itself – connecting with those who walked these same paths long ago. Quilici, Folco's photograph serves as a window into another world – one where myth meets reality and past intertwines with present. It reminds us that even amidst modernization and rapid change, Beijing remains steadfast in preserving its glorious past for generations yet unborn to appreciate.

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