"This book reproduces over 140 images taken between 1853 and 1905 by the most important local and foreign photographers then working in Japan. Almost one-fourth of the images are handcolored, superb examples of a rich art form long since vanished." "Important features of Early J…
"As well as providing the most complete history of Japanese photography so far published, this fascinating book provides a unique visual insight into Japan's dramatic transformation from a feudal society to a modern industrial state. In 1853 the American Commodore Matthew Perry,…
An authoritative and unique visual record of Japan's metamorphosis from a feudal society to a modern, industrial nation. The 350 old and rare images featured not only chronicle the introduction of photography in Japan, but are also vital in helping to understand the dramatic cha…
In a world where digital cameras and camera phones have become ubiquitous, looking back at a time period when this wasn't the case offers a distinctive insight. Photography in Japan 1853-1912 is a fascinating book that offers a unique visual record of Japan and its metamorphosis…