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Young Japanese Girl in the Rain, c. 1900 (hand coloured photo)
CHT170111 Young Japanese Girl in the Rain, c.1900 (hand coloured photo) by Japanese Photographer (20th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; (add.info.: Jeune fille sous la pluie; ); eArchives Charmet; Japanese, out of copyright
Media ID 23200330
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Blowing Fake Genre Scene Illusion Illusory Kimono Leaning Pose Posed Storm Stormy Trompe L Oeil Trompe Loeil Umbrella Contrived
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This hand-coloured photo print, titled "Young Japanese Girl in the Rain, c. 1900" takes us back to a bygone era in Japan. The image, captured by an anonymous 20th-century Japanese photographer and now housed at the Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs in Paris, France, beautifully showcases a young girl caught in the midst of a storm. Dressed in traditional attire - an exquisite kimono that adds vibrant hues to the scene - she stands gracefully under her umbrella as raindrops cascade around her. The contrived nature of this composition is evident; it's clear that this moment was carefully staged for artistic effect. Yet despite its artificiality, there is an undeniable allure to this illusory portrayal. The stormy weather serves as both backdrop and metaphor for the emotions evoked within the viewer. As we gaze upon this portrait-genre scene, we are transported into a world where reality blurs with imagination. The blowing wind seems almost palpable through trompe l'oeil techniques employed by the photographer. Intriguingly posed and flawlessly executed, this photograph captures not only a fleeting moment but also our fascination with beauty amidst adversity. It reminds us of how art can transcend time and cultural boundaries while preserving snippets of history for generations to come.
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