Vietnam - Lang-Son Province Headman
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Vietnam - Lang-Son Province Headman
The Governor of the Province of Lang-Son in Northern Vietnam (Tonkin) with his son and servants/attendants behind.
circa 1903
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Chief Chieftain Governor Lang Medals Noble Man Servants Skin Staff Tiger Tong Tongking Tonkin Tonquin Vietnam Vietnamese
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative photograph, taken circa 1903, we see a prominent Vietnamese figure, the Governor of the Lang-Son Province in Northern Vietnam, also known as Tonkin, posing with his young son and a group of attendants in the lush greenery of his native land. The Governor, dressed in traditional Vietnamese attire, wears several medals on his chest, signifying his high rank and noble status. His son, dressed in Western-style clothing, stands beside him, looking up at his father with admiration. The Governor's attendants, dressed in traditional Vietnamese clothing, stand behind him, their expressions serious and attentive. One of them holds a tiger skin, a symbol of power and strength, while another holds a long staff, possibly a ceremonial one. The Governor's regal bearing and the respectful demeanor of his attendants convey a sense of tradition, authority, and cultural pride. The setting of the photograph, with its lush vegetation and vibrant colors, adds to the sense of tranquility and harmony. The Governor's connection to the land and his people is palpable, making this photograph a poignant reminder of a bygone era in Vietnamese history. The Lang-Son Province, located in the northeastern part of Vietnam, was an important administrative center during the French colonial period. The region was known for its rich natural resources, including coal, iron, and timber, and was a major trading hub between China and Southeast Asia. The Governor in this photograph likely played a significant role in overseeing the province's economic and political affairs, making him a powerful and influential figure in the region. This photograph, taken from the Grenville Collins Postcard Collection at Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a unique glimpse into the lives of the Vietnamese elite during the colonial era and sheds light on the complex interplay of tradition and modernity in Vietnamese society at the turn of the 20th century.
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