Japanese circa 1800, musicians, seller of whale
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Japanese circa 1800, musicians, seller of whale
Japanese circa 1800, musicians, seller of whale meat, and sailor.. Handcolored lithograph from Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsches Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures, Meissen, circa 1835-1840
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Anthropology Completegalleryofpeoplesintruepictures Craftsman Cymbal Drum Ethnography Friedrichwilhelmgoedsche Kimono Musician Recorder Sailor
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This handcolored lithograph, titled 'Japanese Musicians and a Seller of Whale Meat,' is an exquisite depiction of Japanese life during the late Edo period, circa 1800. The image, taken from Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsche's Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures, showcases a vibrant scene of cultural exchange and daily life. In the foreground, three musicians dressed in traditional Japanese attire entertain a crowd with their instruments. The first musician plays a cymbal, his face focused intently on the rhythm he creates. The second musician holds a drum, striking it with a mallet, while the third blows into a recorder. Their kimonos, adorned with intricate patterns, flutter in the breeze, adding to the lively atmosphere. In the background, a shop assistant stands beside a counter displaying various cuts of whale meat. The seller, dressed in a straw coat and hat, interacts with a sailor, who wears a Western-style hat and holds a pipe. This scene offers a glimpse into the intersection of Japanese and Western influences during this period. The meticulous attention to detail in the clothing, instruments, and surroundings is a testament to the high-quality production values of Goedsche's Complete Gallery. The ethnographic and anthropological significance of this image lies in its portrayal of Japanese customs, costumes, and daily life during a time when such information was limited in the Western world. This print is a valuable historical record and a beautiful work of art.
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