With the Empress Dowager of China · Chapter
List of Illustrations explained
This chapter is a list of illustrations accompanying the book, depicting scenes and figures from the imperial court of China, including the Empress Dowager, court ladies, princesses, palaces, and temples.
What happens
This chapter is a list of illustrations accompanying the book, depicting scenes and figures from the imperial court of China, including the Empress Dowager, court ladies, princesses, palaces, and temples.
Themes in this chapter
Art and Representation
The list of illustrations highlights the visual documentation of the court and its members.
Cultural Identity and Tradition
Illustrations of temples, palaces, and traditional attire reflect Chinese cultural heritage.
Characters to notice
- Empress Dowager Tze-Hsi
Featured in illustrations such as boating excursion, calligraphy, bird calling, and portrait.
- Katherine A. Carl
Poses in Chinese clothing and is author of the portrait of the Empress Dowager.
- Prince Ching
A drawing of Prince Ching is listed.