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Entrance to the Treasury, Canton, April 10, 1860

Felice Beato

National Gallery of Art

The image shows an ornate gate with detailed carvings and a tiered, tiled roof. The view is from a position slightly lower than the gate, looking straight ahead. In the distance, a traditional building is visible. The color palette is sepia-toned with shades of brown and cream. Two people are near the gate—one standing and the other sitting. A path leads through the gate, with more structures and a lone figure visible in the distance, framed by trees on either side.

Artwork Details

Date
1860
Medium
albumen silver print
Dimensions
3162 × 3843 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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