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Japan: Advertising poster for Toyo Kisen Kaisha / Oriental Steam-Ship Company. Tōyō Kisen Kabushiki Kaisha, 1917
Filename: 1060_05_cpa0026316.jpg
Size: 3356 x 5081 (1.9MB)
Date: 21st April 2015
Source: Universal Images Group (UIG)
Credit: Pictures From History
Job Title: Editor
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Japan: Advertising poster for Toyo Kisen Kaisha / Oriental Steam-Ship Company. Tōyō Kisen Kabushiki Kaisha, 1917
Oriental Steamship Co advertisement featuring a young woman holding a folding fan
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back to the year 1917 in Japan, where an advertising poster for Toyo Kisen Kaisha / Oriental Steam-Ship Company comes to life. The image showcases a young Japanese woman elegantly holding a folding fan, exuding grace and beauty. Dressed in a traditional kimono, she epitomizes the essence of Japanese culture. The poster art serves as both an advertisement and propaganda piece, promoting the services of Toyo Kisen Kaisha while capturing the attention of passersby with its artistic charm. It transports us to a time when steamships were at the forefront of transportation technology, connecting distant lands and cultures. As we delve into this historical snapshot, we witness not only the evolution of advertising but also gain insights into early 20th-century Japan. This artwork reflects a pivotal era in Asian history when modernization was taking place alongside deep-rooted traditions. Pictures From History has once again curated an exceptional piece that allows us to explore different facets of our world's past. Whether you are captivated by art or fascinated by history, this photograph offers glimpses into Japan's rich heritage and its intersection with commerce
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