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Chinese Street Doctor assessing a young patient
Chinese Street Doctor assesses a young patient, while an interested crowd gathers. Whether the medicine being practised is traditional, western or mystic is a little hard to determine. Date: circa 1905
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In this evocative photograph taken circa 1905, a Chinese street doctor intently assesses a young patient, her concerned expression mirrored by the girl's anxious gaze. The scene unfolds on a bustling Chinese street, where the sounds of commerce and daily life mingle in the background. A crowd of onlookers gathers around the makeshift medical stall, their curious eyes fixed on the examination taking place. The doctor, dressed in a long white coat and wearing a traditional hat with a long pigtail, examines the girl with a focused intensity. The tools of his trade are spread out on a small table, a jumble of traditional Chinese medicine and modern Western instruments. The girl's attire is simple, her long hair tied back in two braids, and she clutches a handkerchief to her chest, her tiny frame shaking with fear. The exact nature of the medicine being practiced is difficult to determine from this image alone. The doctor's methods may be rooted in traditional Chinese medicine, with its rich history of herbal remedies and acupuncture. Or, he may be incorporating Western medical practices, which were becoming increasingly prevalent in China during this period. Alternatively, his methods could be considered mystic or spiritual in nature, reflecting the complex interplay of beliefs and practices that characterized Chinese medicine at the time. Regardless of the specific medical tradition, the image captures the enduring role of the street doctor in Chinese society, providing care and comfort to those in need, and drawing the community together in moments of shared concern and support.
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