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Framed Print : 1860s Japan - portrait of a porter Felice or Felix Beato (1832 - 29 January 1909)
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1860s Japan - portrait of a porter Felice or Felix Beato (1832 - 29 January 1909)
1860s Japan - portrait of a porter
Felice or Felix Beato (1832 - 29 January 1909), Italian-British photographer working mostly in India, Japan, China
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13.5"x11.5" (34x29cm) Premium Frame
Step back in time with our exquisite Framed Print of "1860s Japan - Portrait of a Porter" by the renowned Italian-British photographer Felice or Felix Beato. Captured during Beato's extensive travels in Japan, this rare and captivating image offers a unique glimpse into the past. The porter's expression and attire provide insight into the daily life of 19th-century Japan. Each print is meticulously framed to preserve and enhance the rich details of this historic photograph. Add this stunning piece to your collection and bring the intriguing history of Felice Beato into your home.
Framed and mounted 9x7 print. Professionally handmade full timber moulded frames are finished off with framers tape and come with a hanging solution on the back. Outer dimensions are 13.5x11.5 inches (34x29cm). Quality timber frame frame moulding (20mm wide and 30mm deep) with frame colours in your choice of black, white, or raw oak and a choice of black or white card mounts. Frames have a perspex front providing a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish which is easily cleaned with a damp cloth.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21.4cm x 21.4cm (8.4" x 8.4")
Estimated Product Size is 29.2cm x 34cm (11.5" x 13.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This portrait captures the enigmatic figure of a Japanese porter, photographed by the renowned Italian-British photographer Felice or Felix Beato (1832-1879 or 1909) during the 1860s. Beato, known for his extensive work in India, Japan, and China, captured this image during a time of significant transformation in Japanese history. The Meiji Era (1868-1912) had just begun, marking the end of the Tokugawa Shogunate and the beginning of the modern Japanese Empire. The porter's expression is one of quiet introspection, his weathered face etched with the marks of a life spent in labor. His clothing, a simple cotton kimono, is adorned with intricate patterns, indicative of the rich cultural traditions that were beginning to blend with Western influences during this period. The porter's coolie hat, a common accessory for laborers during this time, shields him from the sun. The photograph itself is an impressive example of the wet collodion process, a technique popular during the 19th century. The image is sharp and clear, with a depth that brings the porter's character to life. The use of albumen as a printing medium adds a subtle warmth to the image, enhancing the porter's skin tone and the richness of his clothing. This portrait offers a glimpse into the lives of the laborers who played a crucial role in the economic and cultural exchange between the East and the West during the late 19th century. Beato's masterful use of photography captures the essence of a moment in time, preserving it for future generations to appreciate and learn from.
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