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The Fleet in Japan - Attack Under Cover
The Fleet in Japan - Attack Under Cover - A British Naval Officer enjoying the delights of Japan behind a paper umbrella. Date: 1906
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Media ID 11584921
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
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14"x18" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x12" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 30.4cm (8" x 12")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 45.8cm (14" x 18")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph, titled "The Fleet in Japan - Attack Under Cover," transports us back to the early 1900s and the intriguing world of British naval officers stationed in Japan. The image portrays a dashing British naval officer, dressed in his full uniform, taking a moment of respite from the rigors of military life. He is seen enjoying a clandestine rendezvvous with a beautiful Japanese woman, hidden from prying eyes under the cover of a large paper umbrella. The playful scene is set against the backdrop of a bustling Japanese street, illuminated by the warm glow of lanterns. The naval officer's expression is one of pure delight and infatuation, while the woman's demure smile hints at the romantic liaison unfolding beneath the concealing umbrella. The contrast between the formal military attire and the informal, sensual setting adds an element of intrigue and excitement to the image. Despite the serious nature of the British fleet's presence in Japan during this period, this photograph offers a lighthearted and humorous glimpse into the personal lives of the officers stationed there. The image is a testament to the human side of history, and the universal language of love and desire that transcends cultural boundaries. The stylish and sophisticated setting, complete with the elegantly dressed woman and the ornate lanterns, adds to the overall charm and allure of the photograph. This image is a delightful and romantic reminder of a bygone era, and a fascinating glimpse into the hidden world of British naval officers in Japan during the early 1900s.
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