Gezicht op een tempel the Shanghai 1850 - 1900

"Gezicht op een tempel the Shanghai" is a 19th-century albumen print by Sze Yuen Ming & Co, capturing a serene scene of a temple in Shanghai, China. The photograph depicts a temple with a distinctive multi-tiered roof reflected in the still waters of a canal, showcasing the beauty of traditional Chinese architecture. The presence of figures along the canal suggests a bustling daily life around this religious site. This image provides a glimpse into the urban landscape of Shanghai during the late 19th century, a time when photography was starting to document China's rapidly changing society.