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Take a glimpse of Qing dynasty China through the lens

Updated: 2016-10-01 06:26
(chinadaily.com.cn)
Take a glimpse of Qing dynasty China through the lens

This photograph from Child's series on late Qing dynasty wedding customs, shows a courtyard arranged to serve as the space for a wedding reception. 'Every possible acquaintance and friend is invited to the feast', writes Child; such celebrations affirmed the importance of family ties in Chinese culture. [Photo provided by Stephan Loewentheil Historical Photography of China Collection]

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