China Old Postcard Chinese Sing-Song Girls, Native Women, Foot Binding, Costumes

Vintage Colour Old post card, China. Ethnic Life. Chinese Sing-Song Girls with Fans, Native Women Ladies, Traditional Costumes. Foot Binding.

Publisher: Chrom Edit Kingshill Shanghai
Series No: 46
Faults: Marks and stain on back, minor crease or wear at right corners
Background: One billion women in China have had to do foot binding for nearly 1000 years. It was an attempt to stop the growth of the feet. The reason for women binding their feet went deeper than fashion and reflected the role of women in Chinese society. It was necessary then in China for a woman to have bound feet in order to achieve a good life.

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China Old Postcard Chinese Sing-Song Girls, Native Women, Foot Binding, Costumes

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