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Rural Types, Japan - Traditional costume - Mino raincoat
Rural Types, Japan - Traditional costume of a rice farmer and his wife. He wears a traditional reed cape (Mino) and carries a hoe over his shoulder as he walks to tend his paddy field. A mino is a traditional Japanese garment, a raincoat made out of straw. Traditional mino are an article of outerwear covering the entire body, although shorter ones resembling grass skirts were also historically used to cover the lower body alone. Date: circa 1903
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Media ID 14313062
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Attire Cape Countryfolk Farmer Garment Outerwear Paddy Raincoat Reeds Rice Straw Waterproof Wide
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Bring the rich cultural heritage of Japan into your home with our stunning Rural Types, Japan - Traditional costume - Mino raincoat poster print. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases a rice farmer and his wife in their traditional attire. The farmer dons a Mino raincoat, a symbol of the Mino region's rural heritage, and carries a hoe over his shoulder as he tends to his paddy field. This high-quality poster print is part of the Media Storehouse collection and is perfect for adding a touch of authentic beauty and tradition to any room. Order yours today and let the story of rural Japan unfold in your home.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.3cm x 19.2cm (11.9" x 7.6")
Estimated Product Size is 30.3cm x 21.6cm (11.9" x 8.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the essence of rural life in Japan during the early 1900s, as a dedicated rice farmer and his wife go about their daily tasks in traditional attire. The farmer, clad in a long, straw raincoat known as a Mino, protects himself from the elements as he carries a hoe over his shoulder and walks towards his paddy field. The Mino, made from woven reeds, was a vital part of rural Japanese wardrobes, providing both waterproofing and insulation. The farmers' wide-brimmed hats, also made of straw, shielded them from the sun and rain. The farmer's wife, dressed in a simple yet elegant traditional costume, accompanies him, her outfit reflecting the harmony between nature and the people who worked it. The paddy field, with its lush green rice plants and shimmering water, stretches out in the background, a testament to the couple's hard work and dedication. The scene is a poignant reminder of the close connection between the Japanese rural population and the land they farmed, a bond that has endured through generations. This photograph offers a rare glimpse into the past, providing a window into the lives of Japan's countryfolk and their rich cultural heritage.
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