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Note by Benjamin March and illustration of wood-engravings made from his photographs of the Chinese actor by Paul McPharlin. Detroit: Robert M. Chields, printer, 1935. Include 10 illustrations. The drawings illustrate hand gestures used by the Beijing Opera actor famous for his performance of female roles.
Mei Lan (22 October 1894 - 8 August 1961), by his stage name Mei Lanfang, was a notable Peking opera artist in modern Chinese theatre. Mei was known as "Queen of Peking Opera". He was exclusively known for his female lead roles , young or middle-aged women of grace and refinement.
Benjamin Franklin March Jr. (1899-1934), was a writer and professor. He studied in the States and in China. 67538227
