Pawnbrokers' storehouses, Guangzhou
Collection
Identifier
Tr02-091
Notes
University of Bristol - Historical Photographs of China reference number: Tr02-091. Sturdy fortified towers (diaolou 碉楼), bulking high above other buildings, served as storehouses for pawnbrokers, protecting valuables from fire, theft, flood, civil disturbances, etc. See Tr02-090.
Caption in album or on mount
PAWN-SHOPS IN CANTON.
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Location
Estimated Date
1921
Material
Paper
Media
Black and white photograph
