[Chinese Man Wearing Hat] 1870s

"Chinese Man Wearing Hat" is an albumen print, hand-colored by Raimund von Stillfried, taken in the 1870s and currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Stillfried, born in 1839 and died in 1911, was known for his striking portraits of people in China. The image depicts a man in traditional Chinese attire, complete with a wide-brimmed hat and a staff. The photograph offers a glimpse into the daily life of ordinary people during this period in Chinese history, capturing the man's stoic expression and the subtle details of his clothing, creating a sense of timelessness and authenticity.