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1860s Japan - portrait of three young women The Three Graces Felice or Felix Beato
1860s Japan - portrait of three young women The Three Graces
Felice or Felix Beato (1832 - 29 January 1909), Italian-British photographer working mostly in India, Japan, China
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This photograph, titled "The Three Graces," is a portrait of three young Japanese women, captured by the renowned Italian-British photographer Felice or Felix Beato in the 1860s. Beato, known for his work in India, Japan, and China during the 1860s and 1870s, expertly employed the techniques of wet collodion and albumen processes to create this stunning image. The three women, elegantly dressed in traditional Japanese clothing, are depicted in a serene and graceful manner. The eldest wears a formal kimono with an intricately patterned obi belt, while the middle woman dons a simpler, yet equally beautiful, kimono with a vibrant floral design. The youngest girl, perhaps a geisha in training, is dressed in a more casual outfit, with a loose-fitting kimono and a playful obi sash. Their hair is styled in the fashion of the Meiji Era, with elaborate updos adorned with delicate accessories, such as flowers and ribbons. The women's refined beauty and the meticulous attention to detail in their attire and hairstyles provide a glimpse into the rich cultural traditions of Japan during the late 19th century. This photograph, a testament to Beato's skill as a photographer, offers a captivating look into the lives of these young women and the society they inhabited. The image, with its timeless elegance and evocative charm, continues to captivate viewers and transport us to a bygone era in Asian history.
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