Product Details:

• Era: late Meiji to early Showa (approx. 1900s–1930s).

• Quantity: Large estate lot (30+ items including loose photos, albums, and negatives).

• Subject Matter: Formal family portraits, military officers, group school/community photos, traditional Kimono attire, and rare glass plate negatives.

• Origin: Japan.

Condition:

Vintage/Antique condition. Most photos show expected age-related wear, including some foxing (spots), fading, and silvering. Some photos are mounted in original art deco style folders. The glass negatives appear intact but should be handled with care. Please refer to high-resolution photos for exact condition.

Highlights of this collection:

• Rare Glass Plate Negatives showing group portraits in Western-style suits.

• Military interest: Portraits of officers in imperial uniforms.

• Large panoramic group photos featuring traditional architecture in the background.

• Authentic handwritten calligraphy on several photo mounts providing historical context.