| Accession Nr.: | A.4760.2.21.2. |
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| Type: | photograph |
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| Date of production: |
ca. 1900
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| Place of production: | |
| Acquisition: | collection of Dezső Bozóky |
| Materials/Techniques: | gelatin silver printing-out-paper print |
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| Dimensions: | height: 9.5 cm width: 12 cm |
The album containing Dezső Bozóky's travelphotos (second). Related item: A.4760.2. (album). Unknown photographer. Photograph purchased by Dezső Bozóky. Well-off Koreans traditionally travelled on horse or in palanquins, with the entourage following the master or mistress on foot. Sitting in this palanquin is not a lady but a singer (gisaeng), who could be persuaded for a photo. Standing by the litter is her servant, while
the carriers pose behind it. This photo was included in most travelogues of the period. See also Hamilton 1904, 45. Title: Sie darf ihre Freudin besuchen.
the carriers pose behind it. This photo was included in most travelogues of the period. See also Hamilton 1904, 45. Title: Sie darf ihre Freudin besuchen.