Tonquin Collection

Wives of the Vietnamese militia
3788790 Wives of the Vietnamese militia; (add.info.: Wives of the Vietnamese militia Tonkin, north Vietnam. Postcard used in 1904.); Lebrecht History

Vietnamese militia
3788785 Vietnamese militia; (add.info.: Vietnamese militia in Tonkin, north Vietnam. Postcard used in 1908.); Lebrecht History

Fishing in Tonquin (engraving)
7192453 Fishing in Tonquin (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fishing in Tonquin)

The French War in Tonquin, the Battle of Bacninh (engraving)
1622545 The French War in Tonquin, the Battle of Bacninh (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The French War in Tonquin, the Battle of Bacninh)

Map of South-Eastern Asia and Northern Australia; Enlarged Map of Tonquin, Annam and Cochhin China (colour litho)
1044731 Map of South-Eastern Asia and Northern Australia; Enlarged Map of Tonquin, Annam and Cochhin China (colour litho) by English School

Une Route Dans L Interieur, Arret D Un Convoi (colour photo)
2804372 Une Route Dans L Interieur, Arret D Un Convoi (colour photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Une Route Dans L Interieur, Arret D Un Convoi)

Un Bac De Passage A Nam-Dinh (colour photo)
2804369 Un Bac De Passage A Nam-Dinh (colour photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Un Bac De Passage A Nam-Dinh)

Grands Mandarins, Quan Bo, Tong-Doc-Cao, Quanan (colour photo)
2804367 Grands Mandarins, Quan Bo, Tong-Doc-Cao, Quanan (colour photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Grands Mandarins, Quan Bo, Tong-Doc-Cao, Quanan)

Panorama De Sai-Son, Entre Sontay Et Hanoi (colour photo)
2804366 Panorama De Sai-Son, Entre Sontay Et Hanoi (colour photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Panorama De Sai-Son, Entre Sontay Et Hanoi)

Le Kinh-Luoc (colour photo)
2817344 Le Kinh-Luoc (colour photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le Kinh-Luoc)

Une Jonque, De Mandarin (colour photo)
2804371 Une Jonque, De Mandarin (colour photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Une Jonque, De Mandarin)

Tuyen-Quan, Poste Optique (colour photo)
2817359 Tuyen-Quan, Poste Optique (colour photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tuyen-Quan, Poste Optique)

Poste De Trai-Hut (colour photo)
2817358 Poste De Trai-Hut (colour photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Poste De Trai-Hut)

Hanoi, Pagode Du Kinh Luoc (colour photo)
2817355 Hanoi, Pagode Du Kinh Luoc (colour photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hanoi, Pagode Du Kinh Luoc)

Hanoi, Le Petit Lac (colour photo)
2817353 Hanoi, Le Petit Lac (colour photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hanoi, Le Petit Lac)

Hanoi, Bords Du Fleuve Rouge (colour photo)
2817352 Hanoi, Bords Du Fleuve Rouge (colour photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hanoi, Bords Du Fleuve Rouge)

The French in Tonquin, an Arab Soldier on the March, Singing and Hand-Clapping (engraving)
1622361 The French in Tonquin, an Arab Soldier on the March, Singing and Hand-Clapping (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The French in Tonquin)

Sketches of Tonquin and Lower Annam, Cochin China (engraving)
1107441 Sketches of Tonquin and Lower Annam, Cochin China (engraving) by Loye, Charles Auguste (Montbard) (1841-1905) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches of Tonquin and Lower Annam)

Port De Vinh, Radeau De Bambous (colour photo)
2804370 Port De Vinh, Radeau De Bambous (colour photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Port De Vinh, Radeau De Bambous)

Le Gouverneur Dao-Tan Et Ses Enfants (colour photo)
2804373 Le Gouverneur Dao-Tan Et Ses Enfants (colour photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le Gouverneur Dao-Tan Et Ses Enfants)

Un Pont Tres De Sontay (colour photo)
2804368 Un Pont Tres De Sontay (colour photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Un Pont Tres De Sontay)

Tonkin Woman, c. 1860s (b / w photo)
495503 Tonkin Woman, c.1860s (b/w photo) by Gsell, Emile (1838-79); Private Collection; (add.info.: A woman from Tonkin, the northernmost region of Vietnam.); French, out of copyright

Phu-Doan (colour photo)
2817356 Phu-Doan (colour photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Phu-Doan. Illustration for Autour Du Monde (L Boulanger, c 1900).); © Look and Learn

Porteuse D Eau (colour photo)
2817347 Porteuse D Eau (colour photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Porteuse D Eau)

Recolte Du Riz (colour photo)
2817346 Recolte Du Riz (colour photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Recolte Du Riz)

Attelage Annamite (colour photo)
2817345 Attelage Annamite (colour photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Attelage Annamite)

French Mounted Infantry for the War in Tonquin (engraving)
1107344 French Mounted Infantry for the War in Tonquin (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: French Mounted Infantry for the War in Tonquin)

The French in Tonquin, an Arab Soldier on the March, the Fifer (engraving)
1622363 The French in Tonquin, an Arab Soldier on the March, the Fifer (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The French in Tonquin)

The French War in Tonquin (engraving)
1624454 The French War in Tonquin (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The French War in Tonquin. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 30 June 1883)

Un Village Tonkinois (colour photo)
2817357 Un Village Tonkinois (colour photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Un Village Tonkinois)

Hanoi, Pagode Du Pinceau (colour photo)
2817354 Hanoi, Pagode Du Pinceau (colour photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hanoi, Pagode Du Pinceau)

Tourneur (colour photo)
2817348 Tourneur (colour photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tourneur. Illustration for Autour Du Monde (L Boulanger, c 1900).); © Look and Learn

Historical views of Further India (Southeast Asia)
6337970 Historical views of Further India (Southeast Asia) by English School, (18th century); (add.info.: Historical views of Further India (Southeast Asia)

French Troops for Tonquin (engraving)
1107264 French Troops for Tonquin (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: French Troops for Tonquin)

Vietnam - Pig market
Hanoi, Tonkin, Vietnam - Pig market with trussed-up pigs and piglets in round baskets. Tongkin, Tonquin or Tongking, is the northernmost part of Vietnam, south of Chinas Yunnan and Guangxi Provinces

Map of Tonquin, Jan Luyken, 1681

Japanese Women living in Vietnam
Nine Japanese Women living in Tonkin Region of North Vietnam. Date: circa 1906

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

Picture No. 10896614
Tonco bean / Tonquin bean - Seeds (Dipteryx odorata) Date:

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

Vietnamese Mandarin from Lang-son province 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

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

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"Exploring the Enigmatic Tonquin: A Journey through History and Culture" Step into the captivating world of Tonquin, a region in Vietnam that holds a rich tapestry of stories and traditions. From solemn funeral ceremonies in Hanoi to vibrant color photos capturing moments like "Condamne Marchant Au Supplice" and "Execution Capitale, " this place is steeped in history. Delve deeper into its allure as you witness scenes like "Fishing in Tonquin, " an engraving depicting the harmonious relationship between man and nature. The French War in Tonquin comes alive through powerful engravings such as "The Battle of Bacninh, " showcasing the resilience and bravery of those who fought for their land. Maps offer a glimpse into the geographical significance of this region, with South-Eastern Asia and Northern Australia intricately connected. An enlarged map reveals details about Tonquin, Annam, and Cochhin China, highlighting their cultural interplay. Embark on an adventure along winding roads captured vividly in photographs like "Une Route Dans L Interieur, Arret D Un Convoi. " Witness everyday life unfold with images such as "Un Bac De Passage A Nam-Dinh, " showcasing bustling river crossings that have stood the test of time. Marvel at portraits capturing esteemed figures like "Grands Mandarins Quan Bo, Tong-Doc-Cao, Quanan. " These colorful photos bring to life influential individuals who shaped the course of history within these lands. Immerse yourself further by gazing upon breathtaking landscapes showcased in panoramas like "Panorama De Sai-Son Entre Sontay Et Hanoi. " Let your imagination wander amidst serene beauty where nature's wonders meet human ingenuity. Experience intriguing facets of local culture through snapshots like "Femme Fumant De L Opium" or explore spiritual practices with glimpses into rituals such as "Le Kinh-Luoc.