c. 1880s Japan - meal in a tea house

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c. 1880s Japan - meal in a tea house

c.1880s Japan - meal in a tea house

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Meal Meiji Negative Orient Albumen

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Step into the serene world of a traditional Japanese tea house in the late 1800s, as depicted in this photograph from the Mary Evans Picture Library. The image, believed to have been taken around the 1880s, transports us back in time to a moment of tranquility and refinement. The scene unfolds within the tatami-matted walls of a quintessential tea house, where a group of elegantly dressed men have gathered for a meal. Dressed in the formal attire of the Meiji era, they sit cross-legged on the floor, their faces expressing a sense of contentment and camaraderie. The table before them is laden with an array of intricately presented dishes, each one a testament to the rich culinary traditions of Japan. The atmosphere is one of understated elegance, with the soft glow of paper lanterns casting a warm, gentle light over the scene. The tea house, nestled amidst lush greenery, exudes an air of peace and seclusion, a welcome respite from the bustling streets of 19th century Japan. This photograph, captured on a wet collodion or albumen negative, offers a rare glimpse into the daily life of Japan during the Meiji period. It invites us to savor the beauty and nuance of this ancient culture, and to appreciate the enduring allure of a time long past.

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