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1860s Japan - portrait of a man in a straw rain coat Felice or Felix Beato
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1860s Japan - portrait of a man in a straw rain coat Felice or Felix Beato
1860s Japan - portrait of a man in a straw rain coat
Felice or Felix Beato (1832 - 29 January 1909), Italian-British photographer working mostly in India, Japan, China
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1832 Aoriental Arcival Beato Collodion Felice Felix Italianabritish Meiji Orient Photographer Rain Shogun Shogunate Straw Tokugawa 1860s Albumen January
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This portrait, captured by the renowned Italian-British photographer Felice or Felix Beato (1832-1899), offers a glimpse into the 1860s in Japan. Beato, known for his extensive work in India, Japan, and China during the 19th century, expertly documented the people and cultures of these lands during the Meiji and Tokugawa eras. In this image, a man dressed in a traditional Japanese straw raincoat, or "kasabuki," stands proudly before the camera. The intricate design of the coat, with its wide lapels and long, flowing sleeves, is a testament to the artistry and craftsmanship of the time. The man's expression is serious, yet his eyes betray a hint of curiosity and intrigue. The photograph was likely taken using the wet collodion or albumen process, popular techniques during the mid-to-late 19th century. The high-quality finish of the print, with its rich tonality and fine details, attests to Beato's mastery of these methods. This portrait provides a valuable record of a bygone era in Japanese history, a time of transition from the Shogunate to the Meiji Empire. It also offers a poignant reminder of the enduring allure and fascination that Asia held for European explorers and photographers during the colonial era.
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