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Japan: Hikifuda advertising poster for a grocery and fishmonger featuring a Japanese man in a violet kimono, dated Taisho Year 6 or 1917
Filename: 4451790.jpg
Size: 3500 x 4982 (3.6MB)
Date: 25th August 2016
Source: Universal Images Group (UIG)
Credit: Pictures From His tory
Job Title: Editor
© Supplier: CPA Media Co. Ltd
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Japan: Hikifuda advertising poster for a grocery and fishmonger featuring a Japanese man in a violet kimono, dated Taisho Year 6 or 1917
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Media ID 28356494
© Supplier: CPA Media Co. Ltd
1917 Advert Advertisement Advertising Asian Commerce Fishmonger Japan Japanese Kimono Poster Poster Art Propaganda Trade Greengrocer Grocer
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back to Japan in 1917, during the Taisho era. The image showcases a vibrant Hikifuda advertising poster for a grocery and fishmonger, featuring a distinguished Japanese man dressed in an exquisite violet kimono. The intricate details of his attire reflect the artistry and elegance that were highly valued during this period. The poster itself serves as both propaganda and advertisement, promoting trade and commerce within Japan's bustling markets. It captures the essence of early 20th-century Japanese culture, with its fusion of traditional aesthetics and modern marketing techniques. The man's confident posture exudes professionalism and expertise, suggesting that he is not only a grocer but also an authority on fresh produce and seafood. This visual representation aims to attract potential customers by emphasizing the quality of goods available at this establishment. Beyond its commercial purpose, this photograph offers us a glimpse into the rich artistic heritage of Japan. The use of bold colors, intricate patterns, and meticulous attention to detail exemplify the country's renowned mastery in visual arts. As we observe this historical artifact from Pictures From History by Universal Images Group (UIG), we are transported back in time to witness how advertising was intricately woven into everyday life in early 20th-century Japan. It reminds us that even promotional materials can be cherished pieces of art that tell stories about society's values and aspirations.
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