Flailing barley beside a fishing beach on the Inland Sea, Japan, 1904. Artist: Underwood & Underwood

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Flailing barley beside a fishing beach on the Inland Sea, Japan, 1904. Artist: Underwood & Underwood

Flailing barley beside a fishing beach on the Inland Sea, looking south-east to Oshima Island, Japan, 1904. Stereoscopic card. Detail

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This photo print, captured by Underwood & Underwood in 1904, transports us to a fishing beach on the Inland Sea of Japan. The scene depicts flailing barley fields that stretch towards the shore, creating a picturesque contrast against the tranquil waters. Looking southeast, our gaze is drawn to Oshima Island in the distance. The image beautifully showcases early 20th-century agriculture and farming practices in Japan. It captures a moment during harvest season when locals diligently work to gather their precious cereal crop. Dressed in traditional Japanese attire, these hardworking individuals can be seen flailing the harvested barley with rhythmic movements. Nestled amidst this scenic landscape are charming buildings and houses dotting the coast. These structures not only serve as dwellings for fishermen but also provide shelter for boats used for fishing expeditions along these bountiful waters. The photograph encapsulates both natural beauty and human activity harmoniously coexisting within this coastal region of Japan. With its monochromatic charm, it offers viewers an enchanting glimpse into a bygone era where life revolved around nature's abundance and sustenance from the sea. As we admire this historical gem preserved by The Print Collector archive, let us appreciate how it captures not just a single moment frozen in time but also echoes centuries of tradition and resilience ingrained within Japanese culture.

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