Entrance to the Treasury, Canton, April 10, 1860 1860

Felice Beato's "Entrance to the Treasury, Canton, April 10, 1860" is a striking photographic record of the ornate entrance to a treasury in Canton, China. Taken during the Second Opium War, the photograph captures the traditional Chinese architecture, featuring a towering, intricately carved gateway adorned with intricate details. Two figures sit in the foreground, offering a glimpse into daily life in Canton during a turbulent period. Beato, a pioneering war photographer, utilized the medium to document historical events and capture the cultural landscape of Asia. His work is a testament to the power of photography to preserve historical moments and offer unique insights into different cultures.