Interior of Confucius Temple at Weihaiwei - but not showing disciples, 1908-11
Scope and Contents
Half-plate. The four golden characters over the figure of Confucius mean : Among living mortals never has there been one like him. Above this (out of the picture) is another motto also in gold letters on a red ground meaning : Teacher and model for all ages. The tablet in front of the figure of Confucius reads: The shrine of the Perfect Sage and former teacher, Confucius. (Translations are by Sir J.S. Lockhart).
Dates
- Creation: 1908-11
Creator
- From the File: Fisher, Alfred Hugh, 1867 -1945 (artist and photographer) (Person)
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Language of Materials
English
General
GD.
Finding aid date
2002-09-16 09:35:12+00:00
Repository Details
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