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Dou Kee, one of the Chinese servants, carrying water buckets, Dom Smith, Vladivostok, Russia, 1899. Creator: Eleanor Lord Pray
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Dou Kee, one of the Chinese servants, carrying water buckets, Dom Smith, Vladivostok, Russia, 1899. Creator: Eleanor Lord Pray
Dou Kee, one of the Chinese servants, carrying water buckets, Dom Smith, Vladivostok, Russia, 1899. Showing Dou Kee on his way to the kitchen in the wing of Dom Smith, near the main entrance. In: Photograph album of Pray family expatriate life in Vladivostok, Russia. Eleanor L. Pray Collection
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This evocative photograph captures the image of Dou Kee, a Chinese servant, as he makes his way to the kitchen in the wing of Dom Smith's residence in Vladivostok, Russia, in 1899. The photograph, taken by Eleanor Lord Pray, shows Dou Kee carrying two large water buckets balanced on a carrying pole, his gaze fixed on the camera as he pauses in his task. The exterior setting of the image reveals the grandeur of Dom Smith's estate, with the main entrance looming in the background. The photograph offers a glimpse into the daily life of the expatriate community in Vladivostok during the late 19th century. Dou Kee's occupation as a servant was a common one for Chinese laborers in Russia at the time, and his job likely involved a myriad of tasks, from cooking and cleaning to gardening and errands. The image also speaks to the rich cultural diversity of the region, with Chinese, Russian, and other expatriate communities coexisting in this far-flung corner of the Russian Empire. The photograph's composition, with Dou Kee standing still against the backdrop of the imposing main entrance, underscores the contrast between the individual and the grandeur of the estate. The use of black and white adds to the timeless quality of the image, transporting us back to a bygone era. Overall, this photograph is a valuable historical artifact, offering insights into the lives of the people who lived and worked in Vladivostok during a pivotal moment in history.
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