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Henri Cartier-Bresson — Eunuch of the Imperial Court, Peking
Henri Cartier-Bresson

Eunuch of the Imperial Court, Peking

Henri Cartier-Bresson's gelatin silver print captures a portrait of a eunuch from the Imperial Court in Peking, showcasing the photographer's masterful documentary style. This later print exemplifies Cartier-Bresson's ability to capture profound human dignity and historical significance through portraiture. The work is a testament to the photographer's iconic contributions to photojournalism and humanistic photography.

Medium
Gelatin silver print, printed later.

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A Classic Vision: Photographs from A Private European Collection

November 16, 2022

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Henri Cartier-Bresson, Eunuch of the Imperial Court, Peking

Henri Cartier-Bresson's gelatin silver print captures a portrait of a eunuch from the Imperial Court in Peking, showcasing the photographer's masterful documentary style. This later print exemplifies Cartier-Bresson's ability to capture profound human dignity and historical significance through portraiture. The work is a testament to the photographer's iconic contributions to photojournalism and humanistic photography.

Medium
Gelatin silver print, printed later.
Seen at
Phillips, New York, London, Hong Kong

Related themes

Monochrome, China, French, Documentary, Photograph, Mid-20th Century, Gelatin Silver Print, Portrait, Candid, Humanistic

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