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1860s Japan - portrait of a young woman Felice or Felix Beato (1832 - 29 January 1909)
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1860s Japan - portrait of a young woman Felice or Felix Beato (1832 - 29 January 1909)
1860s Japan - portrait of a young woman
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 Geisha Geishas Italianabritish Kimono Meiji Orient Photographer Shogun Shogunate Tokugawa 1860s Albumen January
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This portrait captures the enigmatic beauty of a young Japanese woman, immortalized by the lens of Felice or Felix Beato (1832-1899). An Italian-British photographer renowned for his work in India, Japan, and China during the 1860s and 1870s, Beato was a pioneer in the use of the wet collodion process, which allowed for detailed and lifelike images. The woman in this portrait wears traditional Japanese clothing, including a stunning kimono adorned with intricate patterns, an obi sash, and her hair styled in a sophisticated updo. The elegance and grace of her attire reflect the imperial and shogunate eras of Japan, specifically the Meiji period (1868-1912), when Western influences began to shape Japanese culture. Despite the Western influence, the woman maintains a distinctly Japanese identity, which is further emphasized by the traditional Japanese setting and the use of an oriental fan in her hand. The portrait, taken during the Tokugawa shogunate (1603-1868), showcases the rich history and diverse cultural influences that characterized 19th-century Japan. Beato's mastery of the wet collodion process is evident in the sharp detail and vibrant colors of the portrait, which have been preserved over time. The image, an albumen print, is a testament to Beato's skill and the enduring allure of Japanese culture during the late 19th century.
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