"Chinese Opium Fiend" circa 1890s Image: An example of broadly disseminated photographs of the "Yellow Peril" with depictions of opium dens being one popular motif. Note: The individual appears to be an amputee, with chronic pain, depression, PTSD being more appropriate references than "opium fiend."
An example of broadly disseminated photographs of the "Yellow Peril" with depictions of opium dens being one popular motif. Note: The individual appears to be an amputee, with chronic pain, depression, PTSD being more appropriate references than "opium fiend."
  • "Chinese Opium Fiend" circa 1890s
  • albumen cabinet card
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