This fascinating publication showcases the Saint Louis Art Museum’s collection of Japanese military prints and related materials―one of the largest collections of such works in the world.
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A studio photo of two women dressed up for travel. They are holding canes and have towels wrapped around their head. Their kimonos are tied up for easier movement. The photographer has made sure that nobody can doubt the country: his backdrop shows Mount Fuji.
Duits, K. (2008, April 19). 1890s Women in Travel Wear, Old Photos of Japan. Retrieved on 2021, Apr 14 from https://www.oldphotosjapan.com/photos/217/women-in-travel-wear
Japanese Words, lots of photographers in the 19th century used elaborate studio settings to create …
It is 100% authentic, Japanese Words.
Great picture. Is this really an old picture? It looks like a modern picture taken …
Thanks a lot for the nice words, Ruben. I love your photos, you have a …
This is a really interesting photo blog!