Tonkin Collection (page 5)

Woman from Vietnam - Tonkin
Woman from Northern Vietnam - Tonkin region, close to the Chinese border - wearing a fantastic vertigious turban headdress and a metal circlet around her neck. Date: circa 1910s

Paris Exposition of 1889: L Esplanade des Invalides with the Annam and Tonkin Pavilion on the left. Today Annam and Tonkin are known as Vietnam but at this time were part of French Indo-China

Waterfall - Vietnam - Tonkin Province
Waterfall at Ke So - Quy Hop, Nghe An, Vietnam - Tonkin Province. Date: circa 1906

Tonkin, North Vietnam - Quang Yen - Militia Date: circa 1920s

Northern Vietnamese Mandarin from Lao Kay
A Northern Vietnamese Mandarin from Lao Kay in the Tonkin Province. Date: circa 1930

Blacksmiths Shop - North Vietnam
Two Colonial French officers have their Vietnamese ponies re-shod at a Tonkin (Dap Cau)French Military Forge, North Vietnam Date: circa 1910s

Vietnam - Tonkin Province
Northern Vietnam - Tonkin Province - a serene young woman holding a large woven fabric-covered circular object - possibly a tray or a sieve. Date: circa 1910s

Vietnamese Mandarin from Lang-son province Date: circa 1903

Vietnam, Hanoi - Rice Husking
Two young girls working at the decortication (husking/hulling) of rice in Hanoi, Vietnam. Date: circa 1903

Vietnam, Hanoi - Embroiderers and draughtsmen
Embroiderers and draughtsmen at work in a textile workshop in Hanoi, Vietnam, surrounded by the glorious results of their labours. Date: circa 1903

Vietnam - Lang-Son Province Headman
The Governor of the Province of Lang-Son in Northern Vietnam (Tonkin) with his son and servants/attendants behind. circa 1903

Vietnam - Beggars at Hanoi Date: circa 1903

Vietnam, Hanoi - Phu Tho Women Date: circa 1903

Village near Haiphong, Tonkin, Vietnam
Veitnamese Village near Hai Phong, Tonkin, Vietnam Date: circa 1900

Traditional two-storey house - Vietnam
Traditional two-storey house - Northern territory of Tonkin, Vietnam Date: circa 1910s

Hanoi, Vietnam - Boulevard Francis-Garnier Date: circa 1901

Gathering rice in the paddy fields - Northern Vietnam
Gathering rice in the paddy fields - Tonkin province of Northern Vietnam Date: circa 1910s

Female soldier / warrior, Vietnam
Female soldier/warrior, Tuyen Quang, Tonkin Province, Northern Vietnam Date: circa 1910s

Vietnam - Paddy Fields, Hanoi and Rickshaws Date: circa 1910s

Grand Buddha Pagoda, Hanoi - Vietnam
Grand Buddha Pagoda, Hanoi - Tonkin Province, Vietnam Date: 1904

Tonkin Province, Vietnam - Group of Village Children
Tonkin Province (in the fertile delta of the Red River), Northern Vietnam - Group of Village Children Date: circa 1910s

Vietnamese Cargo Boat
Tonkin cargo boat

French in Vietnam
FRENCH IN TONKIN The Foreign Legion, with Algerian and friendly Chinese troops, valiantly defend Tuyen-Quan against the Chinese besiegers

Vietnam Woodworker
Vietnam (Tonkin), - A woodworker at his foot-powered lathe

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"Discover the Enchanting Beauty of Tonkin: From Halong Bay to Scilly Isles" Embark on a journey through the captivating region of Tonkin, where natural wonders and cultural treasures await. Begin your adventure in breathtaking Halong Bay, Vietnam's crown jewel, as you marvel at its ethereal beauty with its floating villages dotting the emerald waters. Immerse yourself in history as you stroll through St Marys, Scilly Isles, where echoes of a bygone era can still be heard from the town crier. Witness the spiritual essence as you encounter a serene Buddhist Priest in Hai Phong, offering insights into ancient traditions and teachings. Step onto the flight deck of time and witness an emotional Funeral Ceremony in Hanoi that pays tribute to lives lived with honor and reverence. Travel back to 1889 at the Paris Exhibition and admire the Pavilion of Annam and Tonkin, showcasing architectural splendors from afar. Experience true authenticity as you meet a warm-hearted Family belonging to Tho ethnic group in Lang Son; their vibrant culture will leave an indelible mark on your soul. Capture moments with locals like never before - encounter a Vietnamese woman donning a fabulous wide-brimmed hat in Hai Phong. Delve into historical narratives depicted through powerful visuals such as "Condamne Marchant Au Supplice, " capturing poignant emotions within color photos or "Les Bandits De L Annam Et Du Tonkin, " an engraving revealing tales shrouded in mystery. Uncover tales of resilience amidst adversity through "A Frenchman imprisoned by bandits in Tonkin, " portrayed vividly via color lithography. Let these stories ignite curiosity about this enchanting land that has witnessed triumphs over challenges throughout history. Tonkin beckons explorers seeking both natural splendor and cultural richness – immerse yourself today.