Antique Japanese Taisho Soldiers Group Portrait Military Photograph Sepia PH40 shinto this piece features raised zodiac

this piece features raised zodiac image of a black and white cow carrying bales of rice

It represents a turtle's shell and symbolizes longevity and strength

blue kimono

Design: Wavy pattern

It is a plate on which sweets are placed when serving tea to guests

Antique Japanese Taisho Soldiers Group Portrait Military Photograph Sepia PH40 shinto this piece features raised zodiacAntique Japanese Soldier Portrait Photograph This is an antique Taisho Era soldier group portrait photograph in a soft sepia tone. Often times portraits of soldiers were taken in full dress before deployment as a keepsake for the family should they not return home. These young men are likely friends. It comes adhered to the original thick, decorative paper card. Sepia tone photograph Paper C1920 Item weight: 18 grams Packed weight: 150 grams Approx.