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Poster Print : Crane dance of the Ainu women, 1908. Creator: Arnold Genthe
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Crane dance of the Ainu women, 1908. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Crane dance of the Ainu women, 1908
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18x24 inch Poster Print
Experience the rich cultural heritage of the Ainu people with our stunning poster print of the Crane Dance, captured by renowned photographer Arnold Genthe in 1908. This beautiful image, sourced from Heritage Images, showcases the grace and elegance of the Ainu women as they perform this traditional dance, believed to bring good fortune and ward off evil spirits. Add this captivating piece to your home or office to inspire and educate, and bring a touch of history and world culture into your space.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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Crane Dance of the Ainu Women, 1908" is a captivating photograph by Arnold Genthe, showcasing a group of Ainu women performing their traditional crane dance in Hokkaido, Japan. The Ainu people are an indigenous ethnic group originally from the northern parts of Japan and the Russian Far East. This photograph, taken during the early 20th century, offers a glimpse into their rich cultural heritage and the significance of their ceremonial dances. The women, dressed in their traditional apparel, are seen in a semi-circle formation, their direct gaze and intense concentration focused on the ritual. The clothing they wear consists of intricately designed dresses, adorned with geometric patterns and colorful details, reflecting their unique tribal culture. Some women wear headpieces made of feathers and animal bones, while others hold long, wooden crane-shaped props in their hands. The setting of the photograph is divided between indoors and outdoors, with the women performing both inside a dimly lit hut and outside under the natural light. The contrast between the dark interior and the bright exterior creates a striking visual effect, highlighting the importance of this dance as a bridge between the natural world and the spiritual realm. Arnold Genthe, a renowned American photographer, captured this moment with great sensitivity and respect for the Ainu people and their traditions. His use of a nitrate negative process adds to the photograph's historical significance, preserving a precious piece of the Ainu community's cultural heritage for future generations to appreciate. This photograph offers a rare insight into the lives of the Ainu people and their traditional crane dance, showcasing the beauty and resilience of their indigenous culture.
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