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Bound feet, China, early 1900s
Bound feet, China, early 1900s. Date: early 1900s
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Media ID 32349562
© The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive / Mary Evans
Binding Bound Feet Foot Foot Binding Footbinding
12"x10" Modern Frame
Step back in time with our captivating Framed Print from The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive Collection at Media Storehouse. This evocative image, titled 'Bound Feet, China, early 1900s,' offers a glimpse into a historical practice that once defined a generation. The photograph, taken from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you to a bygone era with its intricate details and rich storytelling. Each print is meticulously framed and ready to hang, making it an exquisite addition to your home or office, and a conversation starter that will inspire curiosity and reflection.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This haunting image captures a practice that was once widespread in China during the early 1900s - foot binding. The sight of these bound feet is both fascinating and disturbing, serving as a stark reminder of the extreme lengths to which women were subjected in the name of beauty and social status.
The delicate yet painful process of foot binding involved breaking and reshaping the bones of young girls' feet to achieve an unnaturally small size. This tradition, deeply rooted in Chinese culture for centuries, was believed to enhance a woman's gracefulness and femininity.
In this vintage lantern slide from The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive Collection, we are transported back in time to witness firsthand the physical consequences endured by generations of Chinese women who underwent this excruciating practice. Despite its prevalence during this era, foot binding eventually fell out of favor as societal norms began to shift towards more progressive ideals.
As we gaze upon this historical artifact, we are reminded of the resilience and strength exhibited by women throughout history. It serves as a poignant reminder of how far we have come in challenging harmful beauty standards and embracing diversity and individuality.
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