Upper Class Korean Family in Traditional Costume

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Upper Class Korean Family in Traditional Costume

Upper Class Korean Family pose for a group studio portrait in Traditional Costume. Date: 1905

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Media ID 11584155

© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection

Attire Extended Husbands Korea Korean Pose Posing Wives Upper

EDITORS COMMENTS
In this black-and-white photograph, an upper-class Korean family proudly poses for a group studio portrait, donning traditional attire that reflects their social status and cultural heritage. The image, captured in 1905, offers a glimpse into the lives of the wealthy and influential in South Korea during a time of significant change. The husband and wife, both elegantly dressed in hanbok, the traditional Korean clothing, are flanked by their extended family members. The husband, wearing a jeogori, a traditional Korean top with a jacket and a skirt, completes his look with a jeokduri, a wide-brimmed hat adorned with a long, flowing ribbon. His wife, dressed in a elegant changpom, a long, flowing skirt, and jeogori, accessorizes her outfit with a colorful gat, a traditional belt, and a jeonbi, a long, narrow sash. The family members, both young and old, also wear traditional Korean attire, each piece carefully crafted to reflect their age, gender, and social standing. The children, dressed in simpler versions of the adult clothing, are seated on the floor, while the older family members sit on cushions. The studio setting, with its simple backdrop and formal poses, emphasizes the family's wealth and refinement. The photograph, a precious keepsake from the past, offers a window into the history and traditions of Korea during a time of transition, as the country began to modernize and adapt to the influences of the Western world. This image, a testament to the rich cultural heritage of Korea, is a must-have for anyone interested in Korean history, culture, and social history. It is a poignant reminder of the importance of preserving the past and celebrating the unique traditions that define our diverse and complex world.

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