Personen staan in de yamen van een lokale bestuursambtenaar, Guangzhou 1858 - 1862

This stereoscopic photograph by Pierre Joseph Rossier, taken between 1858 and 1862, captures a scene of everyday life in Guangzhou, China. The image shows a group of Chinese men standing on a wooden bridge in front of a traditional yamen (local government office). The building's architecture, with its distinctive roofline and elaborate details, is characteristic of Chinese traditional style. The photograph offers a glimpse into the social and architectural landscape of 19th-century Guangzhou, providing valuable insights into the lives and customs of the people during that era.