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Greetings Card : Biwa Lake, 1865. Creator: Unknown

Biwa Lake, 1865. Creator: Unknown




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Biwa Lake, 1865. Creator: Unknown

Biwa Lake, 1865

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Media ID 36377828

© Heritage Art/Heritage Images

1800s 1865 Albumen Print Hand Colored Biwa Hand Tinted


Greetings Card (A5)

Step back in time with our exquisite Biwa Lake Greetings Card from Media Storehouse. Featuring a stunning, vintage image of Biwa Lake, Japan, in 1865, this card transports you to a bygone era. Captured by an unknown photographer from Heritage Images, this card is a beautiful and thoughtful way to express your sentiments. Perfect for any occasion, this card is a unique and captivating addition to your greetings collection.

Create your own greetings card. Size when folded is A5 (14.5x21cm or 5.7x8.3 inches)

Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21cm x 14.5cm (8.3" x 5.7")

Estimated Product Size is 21cm x 29cm (8.3" x 11.4")

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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> Asia > Japan > Lakes > Lake Biwa

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> Asia > Japan > Related Images

> Historic > Monuments and landmarks > Architectural heritage

> Historic > Monuments and landmarks > Monuments and memorials


EDITORS COMMENTS
Biwa Lake, 1865: A Glimpse into Japan's Rich Historical Landscape This exquisite 19th century albumen print, hand colored, captures the serene beauty of Biwa Lake in Japan during the year 1865. The lake, located in Shiga Prefecture, has been a significant cultural and historical site for over a thousand years. This image, created by an unknown artist, offers a window into Japan's rich heritage and its deep connection to nature. The photograph showcases the picturesque lake surrounded by lush greenery, with several ancient monuments and structures visible along the shoreline. The intricate details of the architecture, from the curved roofs of traditional Japanese buildings to the intricate designs adorning the temple gates, are brought to life through the delicate hand-coloring. Biwa Lake, also known as Omi-Gawa, is the largest freshwater lake in Japan, and has played an essential role in the country's history. It was a center of political power during the Heian and Muromachi periods, and was an important stop on the ancient Tōkaidō road, which connected Kyoto and Edo. This stunning photograph, now housed at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), serves as a reminder of the beauty and history that can be found in the natural world. The intricate details of the image, from the trees and plants lining the shore to the temples and monuments, invite us to explore the depths of Japan's rich cultural heritage. As we gaze upon this image, we are transported back in time, to a moment in history when the world moved at a slower pace, and the connection between people and nature was deeply intertwined. The unknown artist's masterful use of color and composition invites us to appreciate the timeless beauty of Biwa Lake and the history it holds.

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