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China - Natives On Railroad Tracks, 1913. Creator: Harris & Ewing. China - Natives On Railroad Tracks, 1913. Creator: Harris & Ewing
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China - Natives On Railroad Tracks, 1913. Creator: Harris & Ewing. China - Natives On Railroad Tracks, 1913. Creator: Harris & Ewing
China - Natives On Railroad Tracks, 1913. Goods wagons in winter. People carrying baskets of pastries at bottom left
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captured by Harris & Ewing in 1913, presents a captivating snapshot of a moment in time as the world was being transformed by the advent of modern transportation. The photograph, part of the extensive Harris Ewing Collection at the Library of Congress, portrays a wintry scene along a railway line in China. A freight train, its goods wagons laden with various merchandise, dominates the background, while a group of Chinese men and women, dressed in traditional clothing, are seen in the foreground. The women carry baskets filled with pastries, possibly preparing to sell them to the passengers and workers on the train. The image offers a glimpse into the lives of the people in this remote location, as they interact with the new technology that was connecting their country to the rest of the world. The railroad, a symbol of progress and modernization, brought about significant changes to the way goods were transported and people connected, making this photograph an essential piece of historical documentation. The photographers, George W. Harris and Martha Ewing, were renowned for their work during the early 20th century. Their photographic studio, Harris Ewing, Inc., was based in Washington D.C., and their work was widely distributed through their partnership with the Underwood & Underwood agency. This image, along with countless others, offers a unique perspective on the world during this era, providing valuable insights into the social, cultural, and historical contexts of the time. The intriguing juxtaposition of the old and the new, the traditional and the modern, makes "China - Natives on Railroad Tracks" a fascinating and evocative image that continues to captivate viewers today.
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