A Japanese man watering his flowers from a water pump
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A Japanese man watering his flowers from a water pump
An older Japanese man watering his flowers from a water pump. Date: 1925
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Media ID 14393921
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Bowl Bucket Elderly Ladle May16 Older Pump Source Spout Supply System Watering Waters 1925
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "A Traditional Watering Ritual: An Old Japanese Man Tending to His Flowers with a Water Pump (1925)" 2. Description: This evocative black-and-white photograph captures the essence of a bygone era in Japan, as an older Japanese man diligently tends to his beautiful, blooming flowers using a traditional water pump. Dressed in simple, modest clothing, the man's weathered face bears the lines of age and experience, while his focused expression conveys a deep connection to the natural world around him. 3. Scene: The scene is set in a serene garden, filled with a variety of vibrant, colorful blossoms. The man, with a wooden bucket by his side, leans over the water pump, using a ladle to fill a small bowl with water from the pump's spout. The water supply flows steadily from an unseen source, providing the life-giving liquid necessary to keep the garden thriving. 4. Context: This photograph, taken in the May of 1925, offers a glimpse into the traditional watering system used in Japan during the 1920s. In a time before modern irrigation systems, farmers and gardeners relied on these simple, yet effective water pumps to bring water from nearby sources to their crops and gardens. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of hard work, perseverance, and the deep respect for nature that has long been a part of Japanese culture. 5. Composition: The photograph expertly employs the rule of thirds, with the man and his water pump positioned off-center, allowing the viewer to take in the lush, green foliage and a riot of colorful flowers in the background. The contrast between the man's aged features and the vitality of the garden creates a striking visual balance, making this an exquisite piece of photographic art.
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