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The Guangxu Emperor (August 14, 1871 - November 14, 1908), born Zaitian, was the
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The Guangxu Emperor (August 14, 1871 - November 14, 1908), born Zaitian, was the
The Guangxu Emperor (August 14, 1871 - November 14, 1908), born Zaitian, was the tenth emperor of the Manchu Qing dynasty, and the ninth Qing emperor to rule over China proper. His reign lasted from 1875 to 1908, but in practice he ruled, under Cixis influence, from 1889 to 1898. He initiated the Hundred Days Reform, but was abruptly stopped when Empress Dowager Cixi launched a coup in 1898, after which he was put under house arrest until his death. His reign name means " The Glorious Succession "
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This print showcases the Guangxu Emperor, also known as Zaitian, who reigned over China from 1875 to 1908. Born on August 14,1871, he was the tenth emperor of the Manchu Qing dynasty and the ninth Qing emperor to govern China proper. Despite his long reign, it was under the influential guidance of Empress Dowager Cixi that he truly held power between 1889 and 1898. The image captures a moment in time when traditional customs and ceremonies were still prevalent within Chinese society. Dressed in exquisite royal attire adorned with intricate embroidery and an elegant plaited hairstyle, the Guangxu Emperor exudes regal poise. Notably, this photograph holds historical significance due to its connection with the Hundred Days Reform initiated by Emperor Guangxu. Unfortunately, his ambitious reform efforts were abruptly halted by Empress Dowager Cixi's coup in 1898. Subsequently placed under house arrest until his untimely death on November 14,1908. Preserved within this print is a glimpse into a significant era of Chinese history - one marked by both progress and political turmoil. As we admire this remarkable image captured by Archive from TopFoto during the early twentieth century (1900s), let us reflect upon the complexities faced by royalty like Emperor Guangxu amidst their pursuit for glorious succession while navigating through shifting tides of power in Asia's ancient empire.
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