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Japanese tea house girls reading a letter
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Japanese tea house girls reading a letter
Vintage 19th century photograph: Japanese tea house girls reading a letter
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This evocative 19th century photograph captures a moment of quiet contemplation in a traditional Japanese tea house. Two elegantly dressed young women sit side by side, engrossed in the contents of a letter. The serene atmosphere of the tea house is reflected in their focused expressions, as they pause to absorb the news or messages contained within. Dressed in the fashionable garments of the Meiji era (1868-1912), their intricately patterned kimonos and obi sashes are adorned with delicate motifs, symbolizing their connection to Japanese culture and ethnicity. The tea house, with its tatami mats and shoji screens, provides a tranquil setting for the women to read and reflect. This ethnographic image offers a glimpse into the daily life of Japanese women during this early modern period. The photograph, taken in the late 1800s or early 1900s, is an archival record of a time when Japan was opening up to the world, and travelers from the West were beginning to visit and document the country's unique customs and traditions. The albumen print, with its rich tonality and fine detail, captures the essence of a bygone era, inviting us to reflect on the history and heritage of Japan and its people.
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