Tongkin Collection

Wives of the Vietnamese militia
3788790 Wives of the Vietnamese militia; (add.info.: Wives of the Vietnamese militia Tonkin, north Vietnam. Postcard used in 1904.); Lebrecht History

Vietnamese militia
3788785 Vietnamese militia; (add.info.: Vietnamese militia in Tonkin, north Vietnam. Postcard used in 1908.); Lebrecht History

Une Route Dans L Interieur, Arret D Un Convoi (colour photo)
2804372 Une Route Dans L Interieur, Arret D Un Convoi (colour photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Une Route Dans L Interieur, Arret D Un Convoi)

Un Bac De Passage A Nam-Dinh (colour photo)
2804369 Un Bac De Passage A Nam-Dinh (colour photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Un Bac De Passage A Nam-Dinh)

Grands Mandarins, Quan Bo, Tong-Doc-Cao, Quanan (colour photo)
2804367 Grands Mandarins, Quan Bo, Tong-Doc-Cao, Quanan (colour photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Grands Mandarins, Quan Bo, Tong-Doc-Cao, Quanan)

Panorama De Sai-Son, Entre Sontay Et Hanoi (colour photo)
2804366 Panorama De Sai-Son, Entre Sontay Et Hanoi (colour photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Panorama De Sai-Son, Entre Sontay Et Hanoi)

Le Kinh-Luoc (colour photo)
2817344 Le Kinh-Luoc (colour photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le Kinh-Luoc)

Une Jonque, De Mandarin (colour photo)
2804371 Une Jonque, De Mandarin (colour photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Une Jonque, De Mandarin)

Tuyen-Quan, Poste Optique (colour photo)
2817359 Tuyen-Quan, Poste Optique (colour photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tuyen-Quan, Poste Optique)

Poste De Trai-Hut (colour photo)
2817358 Poste De Trai-Hut (colour photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Poste De Trai-Hut)

Hanoi, Pagode Du Kinh Luoc (colour photo)
2817355 Hanoi, Pagode Du Kinh Luoc (colour photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hanoi, Pagode Du Kinh Luoc)

Hanoi, Le Petit Lac (colour photo)
2817353 Hanoi, Le Petit Lac (colour photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hanoi, Le Petit Lac)

Hanoi, Bords Du Fleuve Rouge (colour photo)
2817352 Hanoi, Bords Du Fleuve Rouge (colour photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hanoi, Bords Du Fleuve Rouge)

Port De Vinh, Radeau De Bambous (colour photo)
2804370 Port De Vinh, Radeau De Bambous (colour photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Port De Vinh, Radeau De Bambous)

Le Gouverneur Dao-Tan Et Ses Enfants (colour photo)
2804373 Le Gouverneur Dao-Tan Et Ses Enfants (colour photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le Gouverneur Dao-Tan Et Ses Enfants)

Un Pont Tres De Sontay (colour photo)
2804368 Un Pont Tres De Sontay (colour photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Un Pont Tres De Sontay)

Tonkin Woman, c. 1860s (b / w photo)
495503 Tonkin Woman, c.1860s (b/w photo) by Gsell, Emile (1838-79); Private Collection; (add.info.: A woman from Tonkin, the northernmost region of Vietnam.); French, out of copyright

Phu-Doan (colour photo)
2817356 Phu-Doan (colour photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Phu-Doan. Illustration for Autour Du Monde (L Boulanger, c 1900).); © Look and Learn

Porteuse D Eau (colour photo)
2817347 Porteuse D Eau (colour photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Porteuse D Eau)

Recolte Du Riz (colour photo)
2817346 Recolte Du Riz (colour photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Recolte Du Riz)

Attelage Annamite (colour photo)
2817345 Attelage Annamite (colour photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Attelage Annamite)

Un Village Tonkinois (colour photo)
2817357 Un Village Tonkinois (colour photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Un Village Tonkinois)

Hanoi, Pagode Du Pinceau (colour photo)
2817354 Hanoi, Pagode Du Pinceau (colour photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hanoi, Pagode Du Pinceau)

Tourneur (colour photo)
2817348 Tourneur (colour photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tourneur. Illustration for Autour Du Monde (L Boulanger, c 1900).); © Look and Learn

Vietnam - Pig market
Hanoi, Tonkin, Vietnam - Pig market with trussed-up pigs and piglets in round baskets. Tongkin, Tonquin or Tongking, is the northernmost part of Vietnam, south of Chinas Yunnan and Guangxi Provinces

Japanese Women living in Vietnam
Nine Japanese Women living in Tonkin Region of North Vietnam. Date: circa 1906

Woman from Vietnam - Tonkin
Woman from Northern Vietnam - Tonkin region, close to the Chinese border - wearing a fantastic vertigious turban headdress and a metal circlet around her neck. Date: circa 1910s

Northern Vietnamese Mandarin from Lao Kay
A Northern Vietnamese Mandarin from Lao Kay in the Tonkin Province. Date: circa 1930

Tonkin Province, Vietnam - Group of Village Children
Tonkin Province (in the fertile delta of the Red River), Northern Vietnam - Group of Village Children Date: circa 1910s

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"Tongkin: A Glimpse into the Rich Cultural Heritage of Vietnam" Step into the vibrant world of Tongkin, where ancient traditions and customs are celebrated with utmost reverence. In this captivating funeral ceremony at Hanoi, Tonkin, Vietnam, locals pay their final respects to departed souls in a solemn yet beautiful manner. The atmosphere is filled with both sorrow and respect as we witness "Condamne Marchant Au Supplice, " a poignant moment captured in a color photo. This glimpse into an execution capitalizes on the emotions that surround such events, reminding us of the fragility of life. As we journey through Tongkin's picturesque landscapes, "Une Route Dans L'Interieur" reveals an enchanting stopover for convoys amidst breathtaking scenery. The colorful photo captures the essence of tranquility and serenity found along this route. A fascinating aspect of Tongkin's culture unfolds before our eyes in "Un Bac De Passage A Nam-Dinh. " Here, we witness locals crossing rivers using traditional boats called junks – a testament to their resourcefulness and connection to nature. Tongkin's society thrives under the guidance of esteemed figures like "Grands Mandarins, " including Quan Bo and Tong-Doc-Cao. These influential individuals shape the region's destiny while upholding its rich heritage – beautifully depicted in these captivating color photos. Panoramic views take center stage as we explore Sai-Son between Sontay and Hanoi. The mesmerizing landscape showcased in "Panorama De Sai-Son" leaves us captivated by its natural beauty; it serves as a reminder that even amidst chaos, harmony can be found. Delving deeper into local customs brings us face-to-face with intriguing practices like opium smoking among women - an age-old tradition documented vividly in "Femme Fumant De L'Opium. " This image sheds light on cultural nuances that have shaped Tongkin's history.