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Japonais Collection (#4)

"Japonais: A Journey Through Japanese Culture and History" Immerse yourself in the captivating world of "Japonais, " where Italian, Japanese, Kurdish

Background imageJaponais Collection: Samurai Armour of the Japanese warrior Li Notaka, Lord of Hikone (iron & red lacquer)

Samurai Armour of the Japanese warrior Li Notaka, Lord of Hikone (iron & red lacquer)
1721837 Samurai Armour of the Japanese warrior Li Notaka, Lord of Hikone (iron & red lacquer) by Edo Culture; (add.info.: Samurai armour made for Japanese warrior Li Noataka (1590-1659)

Background imageJaponais Collection: Soldiers at the Base of a Japanese War Memorial, Battle of Okinawa, 12th April 1945 (b / w photo)

Soldiers at the Base of a Japanese War Memorial, Battle of Okinawa, 12th April 1945 (b / w photo)
1720215 Soldiers at the Base of a Japanese War Memorial, Battle of Okinawa, 12th April 1945 (b/w photo) by American Photographer

Background imageJaponais Collection: Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec 1864 - 1901, French painter, Divan Japonais 1892-3

Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec 1864 - 1901, French painter, Divan Japonais 1892-3
529153 Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec 1864 - 1901, French painter, Divan Japonais 1892-3 by Toulouse-Lautrec, Henri de (1864-1901); Universal History Archive/UIG

Background imageJaponais Collection: African-American Soldiers, Iwo Jima Island, March 1945 (b / w photo)

African-American Soldiers, Iwo Jima Island, March 1945 (b / w photo)
1720217 African-American Soldiers, Iwo Jima Island, March 1945 (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: On Iwo Jima island, march 1945 : African-American Willie J)

Background imageJaponais Collection: An American soldier being evacuated, Iwo Jima Island, 23rd February 1945 (b / w photo)

An American soldier being evacuated, Iwo Jima Island, 23rd February 1945 (b / w photo)
1720219 An American soldier being evacuated, Iwo Jima Island, 23rd February 1945 (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: On Iwo Jima island, february 23)

Background imageJaponais Collection: Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Japonais; Japanese; Japoner (engraving)

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Japonais; Japanese; Japoner (engraving)
7196432 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Japonais; Japanese; Japoner (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Japonais; Japanese; Japoner)

Background imageJaponais Collection: Le sang, instrument a vent chinois et japonais (engraving)

Le sang, instrument a vent chinois et japonais (engraving)
3645195 Le sang, instrument a vent chinois et japonais (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le sang, instrument a vent chinois et japonais)

Background imageJaponais Collection: Le hing-kou, tambourin chinois et japonais (engraving)

Le hing-kou, tambourin chinois et japonais (engraving)
3645194 Le hing-kou, tambourin chinois et japonais (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le hing-kou, tambourin chinois et japonais)

Background imageJaponais Collection: Barbier japonais (engraving)

Barbier japonais (engraving)
3635619 Barbier japonais (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Barbier japonais. Illustration for Les Races Humaines by Louis Figuier (Hachette, 1872)

Background imageJaponais Collection: Chinese-style wall hanging, circa 1900

Chinese-style wall hanging, circa 1900. Gilt pelmet, damask valance, satin curtains with gold and silver decoration, embroidered silk wall decorations. Planche 3. Croisee Genre Chinois

Background imageJaponais Collection: 'Portuguese'screen representing the arrival of Portuguese Jesuit missionaries

"Portuguese"screen representing the arrival of Portuguese Jesuit missionaries
JLJ4643873 " Portuguese" screen representing the arrival of Portuguese Jesuit missionaries in Japan in the 16th century. 1590-1614. Kano School (?) Lisbon

Background imageJaponais Collection: 'Portuguese'screen representing the arrival of Portuguese Jesuit missionaries

"Portuguese"screen representing the arrival of Portuguese Jesuit missionaries
JLJ4643890 " Portuguese" screen representing the arrival of Portuguese Jesuit missionaries in Japan in the 16th century. 1590-1614. Kano School (?) Lisbon

Background imageJaponais Collection: Japanese masseur, c. 1890 (albumen print)

Japanese masseur, c. 1890 (albumen print)
ALI176738 Japanese masseur, c.1890 (albumen print) by Beato, Felice (Felix) (1825-c.1908); 19.5x25.5 cm; Museo di Storia della Fotografia Fratelli Alinari, Florence; Alinari

Background imageJaponais Collection: Lancier japonais (engraving)

Lancier japonais (engraving)
3635625 Lancier japonais (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lancier japonais. Illustration for Les Races Humaines by Louis Figuier (Hachette, 1872)

Background imageJaponais Collection: Paysan japonais en costume d ete (engraving)

Paysan japonais en costume d ete (engraving)
3635617 Paysan japonais en costume d ete (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Paysan japonais en costume d ete)

Background imageJaponais Collection: Statuette en bronze representant le Diable japonais (engraving)

Statuette en bronze representant le Diable japonais (engraving)
3645745 Statuette en bronze representant le Diable japonais (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Statuette en bronze representant le Diable japonais)

Background imageJaponais Collection: Baron Komura, Japonais (coloured photo)

Baron Komura, Japonais (coloured photo)
975512 Baron Komura, Japonais (coloured photo) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Baron Komura, Japonais)

Background imageJaponais Collection: Nogi, general japonais (coloured photo)

Nogi, general japonais (coloured photo)
975440 Nogi, general japonais (coloured photo) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nogi, general japonais)

Background imageJaponais Collection: Mendiants japonais (engraving)

Mendiants japonais (engraving)
3645164 Mendiants japonais (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mendiants japonais. Illustration for Le Magasin Pittoresque (1861)

Background imageJaponais Collection: Archer japonais (engraving)

Archer japonais (engraving)
3635627 Archer japonais (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Archer japonais. Illustration for Les Races Humaines by Louis Figuier (Hachette, 1872)

Background imageJaponais Collection: Race Jaune, Japonais, Chinois (chromolitho)

Race Jaune, Japonais, Chinois (chromolitho)
3632487 Race Jaune, Japonais, Chinois (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Race Jaune, Japonais, Chinois)

Background imageJaponais Collection: Namban Byobu screen called 'Portuguese': a representation of the arrival of

Namban Byobu screen called "Portuguese": a representation of the arrival of
JLJ4643852 Namban Byobu screen called " Portuguese" : a representation of the arrival of Portuguese Jesuit missionaries in Japan in the 16th century. Realized by Kano School. 17th century

Background imageJaponais Collection: Japon - Alphabet des armoiries et pavillons (Coat of Arms Flags) c. 1880 (lithograph)

Japon - Alphabet des armoiries et pavillons (Coat of Arms Flags) c. 1880 (lithograph)
DUV4216020 Japon - Alphabet des armoiries et pavillons (Coat of Arms Flags) c.1880 (lithograph) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageJaponais Collection: Shibayama, amiral Japonais (coloured photo)

Shibayama, amiral Japonais (coloured photo)
975453 Shibayama, amiral Japonais (coloured photo) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Shibayama, amiral Japonais)

Background imageJaponais Collection: Marechal Oyama, Japonais (coloured photo)

Marechal Oyama, Japonais (coloured photo)
975423 Marechal Oyama, Japonais (coloured photo) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Marechal Oyama, Japonais)

Background imageJaponais Collection: 'Portuguese'screen: a representation of the arrival of Portuguese Jesuit

"Portuguese"screen: a representation of the arrival of Portuguese Jesuit
JLJ4643877 " Portuguese" screen: a representation of the arrival of Portuguese Jesuit missionaries in Japan in the 16th century. Realised by the Kano School (?). 1593-1600

Background imageJaponais Collection: Salon de 1872, Peinture, Un Bazar japonais (engraving)

Salon de 1872, Peinture, Un Bazar japonais (engraving)
3645699 Salon de 1872, Peinture, Un Bazar japonais (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Salon de 1872, Peinture, Un Bazar japonais)

Background imageJaponais Collection: Ecrivain japonais (engraving)

Ecrivain japonais (engraving)
3635618 Ecrivain japonais (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ecrivain japonais. Illustration for Les Races Humaines by Louis Figuier (Hachette, 1872)

Background imageJaponais Collection: Boutron Hayashi, ambassadeur japonais a Londres (coloured photo)

Boutron Hayashi, ambassadeur japonais a Londres (coloured photo)
975439 Boutron Hayashi, ambassadeur japonais a Londres (coloured photo) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Boutron Hayashi, ambassadeur japonais a Londres)

Background imageJaponais Collection: Marquis Ito, Japonais (coloured photo)

Marquis Ito, Japonais (coloured photo)
975508 Marquis Ito, Japonais (coloured photo) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Marquis Ito, Japonais)

Background imageJaponais Collection: Portrait of the Marquise de Miramon, nee, Therese Feuillant, 1866 (oil on canvas)

Portrait of the Marquise de Miramon, nee, Therese Feuillant, 1866 (oil on canvas)
2962881 Portrait of the Marquise de Miramon, nee, TherAšse Feuillant, 1866 (oil on canvas) by Tissot, James Jacques Joseph (1836-1902); 128.3x77.2 cm; J

Background imageJaponais Collection: Japonais L ornement polychrome Painleve Racinet

Japonais L ornement polychrome Painleve Racinet
Japonais, L ornement polychrome, Painleve, Racinet, A. (Auguste), 1825-1893, Chromolithography, between 1869 and 1887, Lith. par Painleve, Firmin Didot Fils and Cie. Editeurs Imp. Lemercier and Cie

Background imageJaponais Collection: Advert for Debenham & Freebody undergarments 1915

Advert for Debenham & Freebody undergarments 1915
Danity negligees, tea frocks and dressing gowns. 1915

Background imageJaponais Collection: Female Type / High Art

Female Type / High Art
THE HIGH ART MAIDEN sending up the aesthetic movement, portraying a lady in love with her chinaware




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"Japonais: A Journey Through Japanese Culture and History" Immerse yourself in the captivating world of "Japonais, " where Italian, Japanese, Kurdish, and Lapon influences intertwine to create a rich tapestry of art, history, and tradition. From exquisite silk prints depicting erotic scenes to 19th-century prints symbolizing the enigmatic relationship between Geishas and monkeys, this collection offers a glimpse into Japan's fascinating artistic heritage. Step back in time with samurai armor from the Edo period; its intricate design showcases the craftsmanship that once protected these noble warriors. Witness moments frozen in history as you explore photographs capturing both the devastating attack on Pearl Harbor by Japanese forces in 1941 and the damaged USS West Virginia and USS Tennessee battleships. Travel beyond Japan's borders with a black-and-white photograph showcasing French Cruiser Lamotte-Picquet arriving in Singapore during June 1939. This image serves as a reminder of international relations during turbulent times. Delve deeper into Japanese culture through an exploration of Li Notaka's samurai armor—belonging to Lord Hikone—a testament to honor, strength, and resilience. And finally, pay tribute to those who fought bravely at the Battle of Okinawa through a poignant black-and-white photo featuring soldiers at the base of a Japanese war memorial. Join us on this extraordinary journey through "Japonais, " where every artifact tells a story steeped in tradition, beauty, and historical significance. Discover how these diverse elements come together harmoniously within one culture—the essence of what makes Japan truly unique.