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Travel views of Japan and Korea, 1908. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Travel views of Japan and Korea, 1908
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Awning Awnings Blind City Life Citylife Daily Life Hillside Step Steps Streets Sun Blind Town Life Genthe Collection
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EDITORS COMMENTS
Travel Views of Japan and Korea," a captivating collection of photographs taken by Arnold Genthe in 1908, offers a glimpse into the daily life and unique landscapes of two intriguing Asian countries during the early 20th century. This collection, now housed in the Library of Congress, showcases the rich heritage and cultural diversity of Japan and Korea through Genthe's discerning lens. In this photograph, we see a bustling city street in Japan, where the sun casts long shadows over the cobblestones. A row of traditional Japanese houses, each with its distinctive awning, lines the street, providing shelter from the sun and the occasional rain. The hillside in the background is dotted with houses and temples, their red roofs and white walls blending harmoniously with the verdant landscape. The urban scene is further enlivened by the presence of people going about their daily routines. A man in a traditional Japanese robe, his umbrella shielding him from the sun, walks along the street, while a woman in a Western-style dress, her parasol held high, steps off a rickshaw. The intricate details of the buildings, from the ornate wooden balconies to the intricate sun blinds, add to the visual richness of the photograph. This image, a nitrate negative, is a testament to Genthe's skill as a photographer and his ability to capture the essence of a place and its people. The photograph not only provides a window into the past but also showcases the unique blend of tradition and modernity that characterized Japan during the early 1900s. Whether it's the intricate details of the buildings, the bustling city life, or the beautiful landscapes, this photograph and the rest of the "Travel Views of Japan and Korea" collection offer a fascinating glimpse into the history and culture of these two remarkable countries.
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