Tempel van de vijf onsterfelijken, Guangzhou, China 1859

This stereoscopic photograph by Pierre Joseph Rossier captures the "Tempel van de vijf onsterfelijken" in Guangzhou, China in 1859. The image shows a pagoda, a popular architectural feature in Chinese culture, surrounded by a walled courtyard. The inclusion of local figures in the foreground provides a sense of scale and adds to the historical and cultural significance of the scene. Rossier's work, primarily focused on capturing the landscapes and people of China, offers a unique glimpse into the daily life of a bustling city during the mid-19th century.