Hue, Vietnam - Bellringer outside Palace Audience Chamber
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Hue, Vietnam - Bellringer outside Palace Audience Chamber
Hue, the capital city of Thua ThienHue Province of Vietnam - The bellringer outside one of the Audience Chambers of the Royal Palace and possibly his (very) young apprentice! Date: circa 1910s
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Annam Announces Announcing Apprentice Audience Bell Bellringing Chamber Chambers Role Thien Veranda Vietnam Vietnamese Bellringer
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "Announcing the Royal Audience: A Traditional Role Passed Down Through Generations, Hue, Vietnam, Circa 1910s" 2. Description: This photograph captures a moment in time, transporting us back to the historic city of Hue, the capital of Thua Thien Hue Province in Vietnam. The image showcases a bellringer, seated outside one of the Audience Chambers of the Royal Palace, ready to announce the arrival of the monarch or a high-ranking official. The large, ornate bell in his hands symbolizes the importance of the role he plays in the daily life of the royal court. 3. Background: Hue was the imperial capital of Vietnam from 1802 to 1945, and the Royal Palace complex is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The bellringer's role was crucial in the palace hierarchy, as he would announce the beginning and end of the audience sessions. His presence signified the power and grandeur of the monarchy. 4. Detailed Observation: The bellringer is shown in a focused and poised position, with his right hand holding the large bell's handle and his left hand positioned on the clapper. His attire is traditional Vietnamese, consisting of a long tunic and trousers, worn with a sash. A small, young apprentice is seated next to him, observing his master intently. This scene on the veranda of the audience chamber is framed by ornate columns, adding to the historical significance of the image. 5. Historical Context: During the French colonial period in Vietnam (1858-1954), the role of the bellringer remained an essential part of the traditional Vietnamese court. The photograph, taken circa 1910s, provides a glimpse into the rich history and cultural heritage of Hue and Vietnam. The image serves as a reminder of the importance of tradition and the passing down of roles and responsibilities from one generation to the next.
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