2008.97.1

Chinese Joss House, San Francisco, California
circa 1875
3.4375 in HIGH x 6.875 in WIDE
(8.73 cm HIGH x 17.46 cm WIDE)
Gift of an Anonymous Donor
2008.97.1

Printed in left margin: J. J. Reilly, Marysville, Cal.
Printed BL near edge: "No. 130. Chinese Joss House, San Francisco, Cal." Printed in left margin: "J. J. Reilly, Marysville, Cal." Printed in right margin: "Views of American Scenery"

This is an Albumen Stereograph card that depicts the interior of a Joss House (a place of worship for indigenous Chinese religions). Twin images are mounted on cardboard and show a highly decorative interior with an altar and a large chandelier.

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