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China: Through the Lens of John Thomson (1868–1872)

Collector Grade · C- Rarity · Common Deal · Weak Confidence · Low
Hardcover (with Dust Jacket) English, Chinese 168 pages 31.0 x 31.0 x 2.3 cm 1817g

Market Score Summary

Rarity 5.6/100 · Collector 0/100 · Deal 41.13/100 · Listings: 9 · Avg price: $272.14 · Min price: $202.97

Description

Exploring a pivotal period in 19th-century China, the photographs of John Thomson from 1868 to 1872 capture vivid scenes and daily life across a transforming nation. The imagery offers a detailed visual archive that documents both urban and rural environments, revealing cultural, architectural, and social facets during the late Qing dynasty.

China: Through the Lens of John Thomson (1868–1872) compiles these historic photographs within 168 pages, providing a focused presentation that invites reflection on the complexities of China’s past. Published by River Books in Bangkok, the book situates Thomson’s work as a seminal visual record without editorial embellishment.