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Framed Print : Rickshaws outside the Oriental Hotel, Kobe, Japan, circa 188
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Rickshaws outside the Oriental Hotel, Kobe, Japan, circa 188
Rickshaws outside the Oriental Hotel, Kobe, Japan, circa 1880s. Date: circa 1880s
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Media ID 14350506
© Mary Evans Picture Library/Pump Park Photography
21.5"x17.5" (55x44cm) Premium Frame
Step back in time with our exquisite Framed Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the captivating image of "Rickshaws outside the Oriental Hotel, Kobe, Japan, circa 1880s." This stunning vintage photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you to a bygone era of Japanese history. The rickshaws, with their distinctive design and the elegant Oriental Hotel in the background, create a picture-perfect scene that is sure to be a conversation starter in any room. Our Framed Prints are meticulously crafted with high-quality materials, ensuring your new addition will not only look beautiful but last for years to come. Elevate your home decor with a touch of history and add this enchanting piece to your collection.
Framed and mounted 17x12 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 21.5x17.5 inches (546x444mm). 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 41.8cm x 41.8cm (16.5" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 54.6cm x 44.4cm (21.5" x 17.5")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph, taken circa 1880s, captures the essence of Kobe, Japan during an era of significant cultural and economic transformation. The image features a line of rickshaws, or jinrikisha, parked outside the prestigious Oriental Hotel. The hotel, a symbol of Western influence and luxury, stands proudly in the background with its ornate facade and tall chimney, emitting plumes of smoke. Rickshaws, a popular mode of transportation in Japan during the late 19th century, were an integral part of urban life. They provided a convenient and affordable alternative to horse-drawn carriages for the growing number of urban residents. The rickshaws in this photograph, with their distinctive bamboo frames and brightly colored fabrics, are a testament to the unique blend of traditional Japanese design and modern technology. The scene outside the Oriental Hotel is a microcosm of the broader cultural exchange that was taking place in Kobe during this time. The city, located at the southern tip of Osaka Bay, was a major port and a hub for international trade. It was a melting pot of diverse influences, with Japanese, Western, and Chinese cultures intermingling and shaping the city's unique identity. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the world was becoming more interconnected and the pace of change was accelerating. It is a reminder of the rich history and cultural diversity that can be found in Kobe and Japan as a whole.
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