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Baron Komura and Kogaro Takahira in carriage, 1905. Creator: Unknown
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Baron Komura and Kogaro Takahira in carriage, 1905. Creator: Unknown
Baron Komura and Kogaro Takahira in carriage, 1905
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Ambassador Baron Komur Baron Komura Baron Takahira Carriage Commissary Diplomat Doffing Hat Four People Greeting Jutaro Komura Kogaro Takahira Kogoro Takahira Komura Jutaro Marquis Komura Jutaro Open Topped Passenger Passengers Peace Talks Russo Japanese War Salutation Takahira Kogoro Top Hat Tophat Treaty Treaty Of Portsmouth Vehicle Meeting Of Frontiers
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In this evocative photograph, two distinguished figures, Baron Jutaro Komura and Kogoro Takahira, are seen in an open-topped carriage during a visit to Portsmouth, New Hampshire, United States in 1905. Baron Komura, a Marquis and the Japanese ambassador to the United States, is dressed in formal Western attire, complete with a top hat that he has just removed in greeting to the crowd that has gathered to welcome him. His companion, Kogoro Takahira, also wears Western-style clothing, reflecting the growing influence of Western fashion in Japan during this period. The background is filled with a bustling scene of people, some in Western attire and others in traditional Asian clothing, adding to the rich cultural tapestry of the moment. The carriage, with its four passengers, is making its way through the picturesque town, likely on its way to the Peace Talks between Japan and Russia, which were taking place in Portsmouth to end the Russo-Japanese War. The photograph captures a moment in history, as these two diplomats, representing their respective countries, make their way to the negotiating table to discuss peace terms. The image is a testament to the meeting of frontiers and the blending of cultures that occurred during this time, as well as the importance of diplomacy in shaping international relations. This photograph is a valuable addition to any collection of historical images, and its timeless quality makes it a beautiful work of art in its own right. The Heritage Art Collection is proud to offer this rare and intriguing image for historical and educational purposes.
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