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Time-Traveling Through 19th Century Japan: A Collection of Hand-Colored Photographs

2025-04-09

A collection of hand-colored photographs from 19th-century Japan offers a captivating glimpse into the era before the Meiji Restoration. Taken by various photographers and later hand-colored, these images depict daily life, stunning landscapes, and portraits, showcasing locations from Tokyo to Kyoto, Mount Fuji to Lake Biwa. They serve not only as precious historical records but also as a poignant reminder of the passage of time and societal shifts.

Frederick Monsen: Rediscovering a Lost Photographic Legacy of the American Southwest

2025-02-26

This article introduces the little-known photographer Frederick Monsen, born in Norway in 1865 and later immigrating to Utah. Monsen dedicated his life to photographing the landscapes and Native American inhabitants of the American Southwest. His work offers a poignant glimpse into the lives of people during that era. From 1886 to 1911, he captured images of the Navajo, Hopi, Apache, and other tribes, as well as pioneers, missionaries, and other figures, leaving behind a valuable photographic record. His photos not only showcase stunning natural landscapes but also invite contemplation on the lives and stories of those whose memories are now largely preserved in these images.