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1860s Japan - portrait of a coolie or porter with a heavy load Felice or Felix Beato
1860s Japan - portrait of a coolie or porter with a heavy load
Felice or Felix Beato (1832 - 29 January 1909), Italian-British photographer working mostly in India, Japan, China
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This photograph, titled "Coolie or Porter with a Heavy Load," is a poignant representation of daily life in 1860s Japan, captured by the skilled lens of Italian-British photographer Felice Beato. Beato, born in 1832, was a prominent figure in the 19th-century photographic world, known for his extensive work in India, Japan, and China. The image portrays a Japanese man, likely a coolie or porter, laboriously carrying a heavy load on his back. His expression is unreadable, but his posture conveys the immense physical effort required to transport such a burden. The man's traditional Japanese clothing, including a long robe and wide-brimmed hat, contrasts starkly with the modern photographic technology that captured his image. Beato's use of the wet collodion process, a popular photographic technique of the era, adds depth and texture to the image, enhancing the viewer's connection to the scene. The photograph is an invaluable document of the Meiji Era (1868-1912), a time of significant change and modernization in Japan. Despite the image's historical significance, it is essential to remember that it was not taken for commercial purposes. Instead, it serves as a testament to Beato's artistic vision and his ability to capture the human condition with honesty and sensitivity. This photograph is a powerful reminder of the past, offering a glimpse into the lives of ordinary people during a pivotal moment in Japanese history.
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