# List of Illustrations explained — With the Empress Dowager of China

> Chapter companion for With the Empress Dowager of China by Katharine A. Carl.

## 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.

## Character check-ins

### 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.

## Links

- HTML: https://www.betterreads.online/discover/with_the_empress_dowager_of_china_se/chapters/list-of-illustrations
- Book: https://www.betterreads.online/discover/with_the_empress_dowager_of_china_se
- All chapters: https://www.betterreads.online/discover/with_the_empress_dowager_of_china_se/chapters