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Mother of Empress Wanrong, Aisin-Gioro Hengxinyu
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Mother of Empress Wanrong, Aisin-Gioro Hengxinyu
Aisin-Gioro Hengxinyu, the fourth daughter of Yuchang, a descendant of Puxu, an heir to the line of the Qianlong Emperors eldest son Yonghuang and Mother to Lady Gobulo, Empress Xiaokemin, better known as Empress Wanrong. Date: circa 1903
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Beijing Dynasty Empress Manchu Nails Nobility Qing Upper
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This photograph captures the elegant and regal presence of Aisin-Gioro Hengxinyu, the mother of Empress Wanrong (Xiaokemin) of the late Qing Dynasty. Born in circa 1903, Hengxinyu was the fourth daughter of Yuchang, a descendant of the eldest son Yonghuang of the Qianlong Emperor. Her lineage placed her among the highest echelons of Manchu nobility. The image portrays Hengxinyu in traditional Manchu attire, adorned with intricate embroidery and an ornate headdress. Her nails are meticulously painted with a deep red polish, a sign of her noble status. Her expression is serene and composed, reflecting the grace and poise expected of a woman of her rank. At this time, China was in the midst of the Republican period, marking the end of the imperial era. Despite the political turmoil, the traditional customs and grandeur of the imperial court continued to be upheld by its members. Hengxinyu's appearance in this photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the opulence and refinement of the Qing Dynasty's final days. Empress Wanrong, Hengxinyu's daughter, would go on to become one of the most influential empresses in Chinese history. Her story is intertwined with that of the last emperor, Puyi, and the tumultuous events leading up to the fall of the Qing Dynasty. This photograph offers a glimpse into the life of a noblewoman whose legacy extends far beyond her own time.
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