Meiji Collection (#27)

Woman making tea, Japan
Vintage 19th century photograph - early photographic portrait from Japan, probably the work of the Japanese photographer Shimooka Renjo - woman making tea

Early Japanese portrait: woman with umbrella
Vintage 19th century photograph - early photographic portrait from Japan, probably the work of the Japanese photographer Shimooka Renjo - woman with parasol, umbrella

Early Japanese portrait: man in ceremonial robes
Vintage 19th century photograph - early photographic portrait from Japan, probably the work of the Japanese photographer Shimooka Renjo - man in robes

Early portrait Japan - man and two seated women
Vintage 19th century photograph - early photographic portrait from Japan, probably the work of the Japanese photographer Shimooka Renjo - man and two seated women

Early portrait Japan - Japanese group
Vintage 19th century photograph - early photographic portrait from Japan, probably the work of the Japanese photographer Shimooka Renjo - outdoor scene

Man with sword and straw hat, Japan
Vintage 19th century photograph - early photographic portrait from Japan, probably the work of the Japanese photographer Shimooka Renjo - man with sword and straw hat

Emperor Meiji of Japan, late 19th-early 20th century. Meiji (1852-1912) was the 122nd imperial ruler of Japan

Rifle, Bolt Action, Arisaka, 6. 5 Mm Meiji 38Th Year
Specimen the South American parasitic catfish (Vandellia cirrhosa) which are known to enter the urethra of human bathers

Battle of Ping-Yang, 1894. Engraving. Colored
First Sino-Japanese War (1894-1895). Battle of Ping-Yang (September 15, 1894). The Japanese take a Chinese position. Engraving. Colored

SAIGO TAKAMORI (1827-1877). Japanese samurai. Depiction of Saigo committing seppuku during the Satsuma Rebellion; the actual circumstances of his death are unknown

JAPAN: SILK FACTORY. Silk reeling factory with women workers in Tomioka, Japan. Woodblock print, triptych, c1875, by Ichiyosai Kuniteru

Emperor Meiji of Japan (1852-1912) when a young man, pictured as an inset on the rising sun flag. Possibly published on his death

UEHARA: OCEAN WAVES. Color woodcut by Uehara Konen, early 20th century

Susanoo no Mikoto, Shinto god of storms, standing by a woman on the edge of a cliff, pointing towards the sea
SHINTO GOD: SUSANOO. Susanoo no Mikoto, Shinto god of storms, standing by a woman on the edge of a cliff, pointing towards the sea. Woodcut by Yoshitoshi Taiso, late 19th century

Woodblock print by Omori Kakutaro
TWO JAPANESE LADIES, c1890. Woodblock print by Omori Kakutaro

HITOTSUBASHI (1837-1913). Also known as Tokugawa Yoshinobu and Tokugawa Keiki. Last Japanese Shogun. Wood engraving, American, c1900. Hitotsubashi Urged by His Counsellors to Commit Hara-Kiri

JAPAN: SATSUMA REBELLION. Women from the island of Kyushu fighting against government cavalry during the Satsuma Rebellion of 1877. Woodblock print, triptych, 1877, by Nagayama Umosai

Mutsuhito / Meiji / Japan / Ri
MUTSUHITO also known as MEIJI Emperor of Japan (1867-1912): a satirical comment on the relationship between Japan and Russia

Mutsuhito / Meiji / Japan
MUTSUHITO also known as MEIJI Emperor of Japan (1867-1912)

Flourishing Nihonbashi section of Tokyo. (Tokyo Nihonbashi han ei no zu) Triptych. Private Collection

Mutsuhito, c1893. Mutsuhito (1852-1912), Emperor of Japan. From the 2e collection [Felix Potin, c1893]

Mutsuhito, Emperor of Japan, (1852-1912), 20th century. Artist: Ogdens Guinea Gold Cigarettes
Mutsuhito, Emperor of Japan, (1852-1912), 20th century. Emperor Mutsuhito was the 122nd Emperor of Japan, reigning from 1867 until his death in 1912

Haruho, Empress of Japan, 1873 (1882). Artist: Uchida Kyuichi
Haruho, Empress of Japan, 1873 (1882). The wife of the Emperor Meiji (Mutsuhito, Emperor of Japan) (1852-1912) Emperor of Japan from 1867, pictured in full court dress

Mutsuhito, Emperor of Japan, 1873 (1882). Artist: Uchida Kyuichi
Mutsuhito, Emperor of Japan, Emperor of Japan, 1873 (1882). Known since his death as the Emperor Meiji, Mutsuhito, Emperor of Japan (1852-1912) became Emperor of Japan in 1867

The Emperor of Japan visiting a tomb, Korea, 1900

Imperial Japanese procession, 1900. The emperor Meiji escorted by troops

Departure of the Emperor of Japan, Korea, 1900. The emperor Meiji travelling in a gama, a Korean covered litter similar to a sedan chair or a palanquin

Emperor Mutsuhito, Japanese, c1867
Mutsuhito (1852-1912) Emperor of Japan from 1867. Photographing the Mikado (Emperor) was forbidden

Japan - A Kago litter being carried up the mountain
Japan - A Kago being carried up the mountain. Kago are a type of litter used as a means of human transportation by the non-samurai class in feudal Japan and into the Meiji period. Date: circa 1910s

Kyoto, Japan - Tunnel of the Lake Biwa Canal, a waterway in Japan constructed during the Meiji Period to transport water, freight, and passengers from Lake Biwa to the nearby City of Kyoto

Triumphal Arch, Tokyo, 1895 - The triumphal arch made in Tokyos Hibiya district to welcome Emperor Meiji back to the capital after the conclusion of the First Sino-Japanese War (1894-1895). Date: 1895

First Sino-Japanese War (1894-1895). Conflict between Qing Dynasty China and Meiji Japan, primarily over control of Korea. Colored engraving

Japan - Hot Springs of Kusatsu
Lantern slide of Japan Hot Springs of Kusatsu. There are several theories about the origin of Kusatsu Onsen. One theory, for instance, was that it was discovered by a legendary hero about 1

Emperor Meiji circa 1874, Japan

江戸名所　御茶の水 Meguro Meiji 1868-1912
Artokoloro

JAPAN: ROYAL WEDDING, 1900. The wedding reception of Crown Prince Yoshihito (future Emperor Taisho) and Princess Kujo Sadako in May, 1900

JAPAN: ROYAL WEDDING, 1900. The wedding of Crown Prince Yoshihito (future Emperor Taisho) and Princess Kujo Sadako in May, 1900. Emperor Meiji and other members of the imperial family are present

Fujisawa from the series 53 stations of the Tokaido, 1855 (colour woodblock print)
1766289 Fujisawa from the series 53 stations of the Tokaido, 1855 (colour woodblock print) by Hiroshige, Ando or Utagawa (1797-1858)

South Wind, Clear Dawn from the Series Thirty Six Views of Mount Fuji, c. 1830-1
XOS1766284 South Wind, Clear Dawn from the Series Thirty Six Views of Mount Fuji, c.1830-1 (colour woodblock print) by Hokusai, Katsushika (1760-1849); 25.4x36.5 cm; Los Angeles County Museum of Art

The Great Wave off Kanagawa from the Series Thirty Six Views of Mount Fuji, c. 1830-1
XOS1766280 The Great Wave off Kanagawa from the Series Thirty Six Views of Mount Fuji, c.1830-1 (colour woodblock print) by Hokusai

JAPAN: ROOFTOPS, 1880s. Aerial view of an unidentified Japanese village. Photograph, c1880

JAPAN: KOBE, 1880s. A view of the city and harbour of Kobe from the hills. Some ships are anchored in the harbour. Photograph, c1880

JAPAN: IKUTA SHRINE, 1880s. The Ikuta Shinto Shrine dedicated to Wakahirumeno Mikoto is located in Ikuta Forest at Kobe, Japan. Photographed, c1890

JAPAN: NAGASAKI, 1880s. A view of Nagasaki, Japan. Photographed, c1880

JAPAN: KOBE, 1880s. A view of the Recreation Grounds at Kobe, Japan. Photographed, c1880

JAPAN: KOBE, 1880s. A view of The Bund at Kobe, Japan. Photographed, c1880
JAPAN: KOBE, 1880s. A view of " The Bund" at Kobe, Japan. Photographed, c1880

JAPAN: EBISUBASHI BRIDGE. The Ebisubashi Bridge over the Dotombori Canal, Osaka, Japan. Photographed, c1885

JAPAN: OSAKA CASTLE. A view of the Osaka Castle. Photographed, c1880

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"Exploring the Rich Heritage of Meiji: From Weddings to Shinto Shrines" Step into the enchanting world of Meiji, a captivating era in Japan's history that witnessed remarkable transformations. One cannot help but be mesmerized by the grandeur Jingu Shrine, an iconic symbol nestled amidst Tokyo's bustling streets. This sacred place holds deep significance for weddings, where couples seek blessings and embark on their journey together. Delve into the pages of history with glimpses from a humorous diplomatic atlas depicting an anti-Russian map during the Russo-Japanese War. The cartoon impressions vividly portray the intensity and wit displayed during this significant conflict between two powerful nations in 1904. Transport yourself back to c. 1880s as you witness a young woman delicately putting on makeup at her mirror, capturing a snapshot of beauty rituals prevalent during that time. Immerse yourself further with a Japanese woodcut poster from 1886 showcasing the vibrant Occidental Chariko Great Circus - an amalgamation of artistry and entertainment. Uncover tales of valor as young Samurai warriors train rigorously for battle, preparing themselves for historic events like the Satsuma Rebellion in 1877. These wood engravings offer us glimpses into their disciplined lives and unwavering dedication towards their cause. Embark on a journey through time aboard railways that connected Kanagawa near Yokohama - witness how these iron tracks revolutionized transportation in Japan during its early stages of modernization. Marvel at images capturing samurais adorned with two swords – symbols representing honor and bravery etched deeply within Japanese culture. Discover hidden gems along Yokohama's coast road as rickshaws glide gracefully past Honmoku temple, offering serene moments amidst bustling city life. Witness Mississippi Bay come alive as women are gently pulled in rickshaws (jinrikisha), providing them respite while exploring this vibrant land.