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Chinese woman and child - Shanghai, China
Chinese woman and child - Shanghai, China. Date: circa 1910s
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Asleep Jul16 Shanghai Sits Toddler
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a moment of tranquility and tenderness between a Chinese woman and her young child in the bustling city of Shanghai, China during the early 1910s. The woman, dressed in traditional Chinese clothing, sits on the floor with a toddler cradled in her arms, fast asleep. The child's soft, innocent features and the delicate folds of the woman's clothing add to the sense of stillness and serenity amidst the chaos of the urban surroundings. The Republic of China period (1912-1949) was a time of significant political and social change in China, and Shanghai, as a major port city, was a melting pot of diverse cultures and influences. Despite the turbulent times, this image portrays the enduring bond between a mother and her child, a universal theme that transcends time and place. The photograph's composition, with the woman and child framed against a plain background, draws the viewer's focus to the intimate scene unfolding before them. The woman's gentle expression and protective posture convey a deep sense of love and care, while the child's peaceful slumber speaks to the comfort and security that only a mother can provide. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the simple joys and moments of connection that can be found even in the most challenging of circumstances. It invites us to pause and reflect on the importance of family and the enduring power of love and compassion.
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