c. 1880s Japan - rickshaw accident - studio tableau

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c. 1880s Japan - rickshaw accident - studio tableau

c.1880s Japan - rickshaw accident - studio tableau

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Media ID 23441974

Ethnicity Ethnographic Geisha Meiji Occupation Orient Portrtait Skill Tinted Albumen

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This photograph, hailing from the late 1880s in Japan, presents a poignant and intriguing tableau of a rickshaw accident. The image, captured in the Meiji era (1868-1912), offers a rare glimpse into the daily life and ethnic diversity of Japan during this transformative period. The scene unfolds on a bustling urban street, where the vibrant colors and rich textures of traditional Japanese culture collide with the raw energy of modernization. In the foreground, a young woman, dressed in the elegant kimono and obi of a geisha, stands frozen in shock as she witnesses the aftermath of an accident involving a rickshaw. The rickshaw, a common mode of transportation during this era, lies overturned, its passenger, an indigenous Ainu man, tended to by a concerned onlooker. The skillful use of the albumen printing process, a popular photographic technique of the 19th century, lends an ethereal, vintage quality to the image. The tinted hues add depth and warmth, transporting the viewer back in time to this unique moment in Japanese history. This photograph serves as a testament to the rich tapestry of occupations and ethnicities that coexisted during this era. From the geisha, a symbol of Japanese tradition and artistry, to the Ainu man, an indigenous people whose culture was undergoing significant change, this image offers a poignant reminder of the complex and dynamic nature of life in 19th century Japan.

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