Chinese foot binding was a historical practice, originating during the Song Dynasty and lasting nearly a thousand years, where young girls’ feet were tightly bound to achieve a small, deformed shape known as “lotus feet,” which symbolized beauty, femininity, and high social status. Though initially practiced by the elite, it spread across social classes as a way to enhance marriage prospects. The process was extremely painful, causing lifelong disabilities and difficulty in walking. Foot binding
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The Bone Museum. The Bone Museum · Original audio. Chinese foot binding was a historical practice, originating during the Song Dynasty and lasting nearly a thousand years, where young girls’ feet were tightly bound to achieve a small, deformed shape known as “lotus feet,” which symbolized beauty, femininity, and high social status ...
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Exploring a piece of history today – Chinese foot binding. Dating back to the 10th century, it was a practice where women's feet were bound tightly, often causing deformities. This was seen as a symbol of beauty and social status. It's a stark reminder of the extreme measures societies have taken in the name of beauty. Let's appreciate how far we've come in redefining beauty standards and embracing diversity. #History #FootBinding #BeautyStandards #footdoctor #podiatry #footandankle #footandankl
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Exploring a piece of history today – Chinese foot binding. Dating back to the 10th century, it was a practice where women's feet were bound tightly, often causing deformities. This was seen as a symbol of beauty and social status. It's a stark reminder of the extreme measures societies have taken in the name of beauty. Let's appreciate how far we've come in redefining beauty standards and embracing diversity. #History #FootBinding #BeautyStandards #footdoctor #podiatry #footandankle #footandankl
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