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Ancient China Foot Binding

Published on Nov 18, 2015

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FOOT BINDING

BY: MAGGIE & SHELBY
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WHEN IT BEGAN

  • 10th century
  • Emperor's favorite concubine
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WRAPPING

  • 10 ft. long & 2 in. wide
  • Cut off blood circulation
  • Bandaged tightened each day
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STARTED OUT YOUNG

  • Ages between 4-6
  • Younger couldn't handle the pain
  • Feet were too big if older than 6
  • Bones were softer at a young age
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THE PROCESS

BEND TOES BENETH THE SOLE
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THE IDEAL FOOT

  • Fit into shoe 3-4 in. long
  • The "lotus" foot
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WHY FEET WERE BOUND

  • A sign of beauty & attractiveness
  • Sign of delicate
  • In need of male protection
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MANICURED

WASHED DAILY&MANICURED/TOES CUT INTO SKIN CAUSE INFECTION
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BANNED

IN 1912
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