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The Altar of Heaven by moonlight. Its tiers of gleaming white marble open to the sky, its perfect symmetry and its blend of simplicity and sophistication make it one of the world's most beautiful man-made structures. Seen in moonlight it appears to be floating in the air

The Altar of Heaven by moonlight. Its tiers of gleaming white marble open to the sky, its perfect symmetry and its blend of simplicity and sophistication make it one of the world's most beautiful man-made structures. Seen in moonlight it appears to be floating in the air
 (1933-1946); printed (1970s)

Medium
gelatin silver photograph
Measurements
18.1 × 21.2 cm (image) 19.6 × 22.7 cm (sheet)
Place/s of Execution
Beijing, China
Department
International Photography
Credit Line
Gift of Professor Wang Gungwu in memory of Margaret Wang, 2024
© Harvard-Yenching Library. Originals held by the Harvard-Yenching Library, Harvard University
Gallery location
Not on display