The Sedan; A Military Officer; The Plough; A North China Pony c. 1868

"The Sedan; A Military Officer; The Plough; A North China Pony" is a four-part photographic album page by John Thomson from circa 1868, now in the collection of the Art Institute of Chicago. The album page offers a glimpse into everyday life in North China during the late Qing Dynasty. Each individual photograph captures a distinct aspect of life in the region, from the sedan chair transport to the simple yet dignified work of a farmer and his ox. Thomson's photojournalism approach allows viewers to connect with these scenes and understand the cultural significance of these activities in 19th-century China.