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Kristen Feilberg (1839-1919)
Goddess of Mercy Temple c. 1867 - 1868
Albumen print | 15.6 x 22.3 cm (image) | RCIN 2702881
Kristen Feilberg (1839-1919)
Goddess of Mercy Temple c. 1867 - 1868
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Photograph of a view of Goddess of Mercy Temple, or Kuan Yin Teng, George Town, Penang, Malaysia. The single storey building is positioned between two other buildings. The building features an ornamental pitched roof decorated with various ornaments, including dragon sculptures. A pair of stone Chinese guardian lions statues are positioned in front of the temple. A group of people stand in front of the temple.
Provenance
From an album presented to Prince Alfred, Duke of Edinburgh by the Bishop of Penang in remembrance of his 1869 visit
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Medium and techniques
Albumen print
Measurements
15.6 x 22.3 cm (image)
38.4 x 43.9 cm (page dimensions)
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