Prints of individuals and groups of Asian peoples
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PrintThe 14 black-and-white photographs document Edmund Heller's field work during the American Museum of Natural History China Expedition, 1916-1917. There are descriptions on the reverse side of images. Prints are of individuals and groups of Asian peoples (Shan, Mosso [Naxi]), including candid images of adults and children, a Chinese bride, and child on a water buffalo. Locations include Yun Nan [Yunnan], Meng-ting [Mengdingjie ], and Li-chaing, China. Photographs are credited to American Museum of Natural History, New York. Duplicate prints must be obtained from that museum.
1916-1917
1916
1917
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SIA RU007179
Edmund Heller Papers, circa 1898-1918
1 envelope
Smithsonian Institution Archives
Box 8 Folder 70