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c. 1870s Japan - Japanese street hawker or vendor

c.1870s Japan - Japanese street hawker or vendor

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Collodion Cultural Ethnicity Ethnographic Hawker Hisotry Vendor Albumen


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Step into the vibrant and intriguing world of 1870s Japan, as depicted in this photograph of a Japanese street hawker or vendor. The image, captured in the late 19th century, offers a glimpse into the daily life and rich cultural heritage of this fascinating era. The hawker, dressed in traditional Japanese attire, skillfully balances a large wooden tray on his head, laden with an array of colorful and enticing goods. His expression is focused and determined, as he navigates the bustling streets, calling out to potential customers with a confident and inviting tone. The backdrop of the photograph reveals a bustling urban scene, with narrow streets lined with wooden buildings, people going about their daily business, and the occasional horse-drawn cart. The vibrant colors and intricate patterns of the clothing and textiles add to the rich visual tapestry of this historic moment. This photograph, taken during the Meiji period (1868-1912), is an important ethnographic record of a time when Japan was undergoing rapid modernization and Westernization. It offers a rare and authentic glimpse into the lives of the indigenous people of Japan and their traditional ways of life, which were soon to be transformed by the influences of the outside world. The photograph is an albumen print, a popular photographic process during the 19th century, which produced high-quality, detailed images with a rich tonal range. The use of this process, along with the careful composition and attention to detail, make this photograph a valuable historical and cultural artifact, and a must-have for any collection focused on the history and ethnography of Japan and the wider world.

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