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1860s Japan - portrait of a tattooed groom Felice or Felix Beato (1832 - 29 January 1909
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1860s Japan - portrait of a tattooed groom Felice or Felix Beato (1832 - 29 January 1909
1860s Japan - portrait of a tattooed groom
Felice or Felix Beato (1832 - 29 January 1909), Italian-British photographer working mostly in India, Japan, China
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This portrait captures the enigmatic figure of a tattooed groom from the 1860s in Japan, photographed by the renowned Italian-British photographer Felice or Felix Beato (1832-1909). Beato, known for his extensive work in India, Japan, and China during the 1860s and 1870s, captured this image during the closing years of the Tokugawa Shogunate and the beginning of the Meiji Era. The subject wears a traditional Japanese bridle and holds the reins of a horse, his body adorned with intricate tattoos that were a mark of status and identity in Japanese culture during this period. The photograph was likely taken using the wet collodion or albumen process, popular techniques of the time for producing high-quality, detailed images. This vintage plate, with its rich tonality and striking composition, offers a fascinating glimpse into the history and traditions of Japan during a time of significant change. The image is a testament to Beato's skill as a photographer and his ability to capture the essence of a culture in transition.
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