Market Reports - Chinese Steady
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Market Reports - Chinese Steady
Market Reports postcard - Chinese (market) Steady. A Chinese beauty poses for a photograph, maintaining a static pose for as long as possible to allow for the length of exposure required by the photographer (perched on his assistants back!). Date: circa 1910s
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Media ID 11580399
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Allegorical Allegory Assistant Assistants Camera Exposure Photographer Pigtail Poses Posing Reports Stand Static Steady Tripod
EDITORS COMMENTS
Amidst the bustling markets of China in the 1910s, a moment of stillness and serenity unfolds. In this allegorical photograph, a beautiful Chinese woman poses steadfastly for the lengthy exposure time required by the photographer, perched atop his assistant's back. The large-format plate camera, with its intricate tripod and stand, captures every detail of her static form, her long pigtail cascading down her back. The scene is one of historical significance, as photography was a novelty in China during this era, and the use of long exposures was a technical challenge. The allegory of the steady Chinese woman represents the enduring strength and resilience of the Chinese people, despite the ever-changing market conditions around them. The photographer, focused intently through the viewfinder, is a testament to the art and science of the medium. The image, with its rich detail and timeless quality, invites us to pause and reflect on the beauty and complexity of a bygone era. This photograph, a treasure from the Mary Evans Prints Online archive, offers a glimpse into the past, reminding us of the power of a single moment frozen in time.
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