captured by the esteemed Dingzhang Studio in Tianjin, and an exceptionally rare documentary shot recording the dramatic moment of his arrest. The stark contrast between these two moments—one of peak authority and the other of political downfall—makes this set an exceptional primary source for studying the volatile military and political landscape of the early Republican era.

including a portrait of Dr. Wellington Koo illustrated by Chang Shuhong, a half-length portrait of Qing official Ly Chao-pee, a portrait of folk artist Sun Xuechuan, and an actor portrait of Tsin-Hou. Featuring political, artistic, and performing arts subjects, this lot reflects the cultural and historical character of the period. Condition to be inspected.

each showing the distinguished diplomat and statesman in half-length portrait, printed in monochrome tone. Early commemorative issues portraying the noted Foreign Minister of the Nationalist Government, finely printed and of strong period character.

including examples depicting a Mandarin official, a Chinese lady with child, a Manchu or Chinese woman in elaborate dress, and a standing lady in traditional attire before a lattice doorway, comprising three unused and one used example, mostly early 20th century, with minor age wear, F-VF.

one depicts the Empress on her throne with an attached English text noting its use in the documentary CHINA: Roots of Madness by Theodore H. White, while the other is a full-length portrait showcasing her opulent late-Qing Manchu court attire and iconic pearl cape, both offering exceptional historical and collectible value in good vintage condition.