Temple Heaven Place Priests Burnt Felice Beato

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Temple Heaven Place Priests Burnt Felice Beato

Temple of Heaven from the Place Where the Priests Are Burnt; Felice Beato (English, born Italy, 1832 - 1909), Henry Hering (British, 1814 - 1893); Pekin, China; negative October 1860; print 1862; Albumen silver print

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1814 1832 1860 1893 1909 Born Italy Burnt China Felice Beato Heaven Henry Hering Negative October Pekin Place Priests Print 1862 Temple

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This print titled "Temple of Heaven from the Place Where the Priests Are Burnt" captures a moment frozen in time. Taken by Felice Beato, an English photographer born in Italy, and Henry Hering, a British artist, this image transports us to Pekin (now Beijing), China during October 1860. The Temple of Heaven stands majestically against the sky, its intricate architecture and vibrant colors commanding attention. The composition is masterfully captured through the lens of Beato and Hering's camera, highlighting every detail with remarkable clarity. The title itself evokes curiosity and intrigue - what happened at this place where priests were burnt? It invites us to delve into history and explore the significance of this sacred site. The photographers' choice to document such a location speaks volumes about their dedication to capturing not only beauty but also historical events. Printed as an albumen silver print in 1862, this photograph serves as a visual time capsule that allows us to glimpse into life over a century ago. It reminds us of the power photography holds in preserving moments that would otherwise be lost forever. As we gaze upon this stunning image today, we are reminded of both our shared human history and the enduring allure of ancient architectural wonders like the Temple of Heaven.

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