Old Asia Photography

Articles/Research

Orrin Erastus Freeman (1830-1866) Ref: AMBRO
Author: Terry Bennett
​It has been known for some time that the American merchant, Orrin Freeman, was the first to set up a commercial photo studio in Japan, having relocated from Shanghai at the end of 1859, or early 1860. In setting up his Yokohama studio, Freeman became a pivotal figure in early Japanese photo ... <more>

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Techniques, Conservation and Restoration. Ref: TECHNIQUES
Author: Annabelle SIMON
​An introduction to the technical aspects of looking after early Japanese images on paper by the photograph restorer, Annabelle Simon.​

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Techniques, Conservation and Restoration - original French version Ref: TECHNIQUES-FR
Author: Annabelle SIMON
​An introduction to the technical aspects of looking after early Japanese images on paper by the photograph restorer, Annabelle Simon.ORIGINAL FRENCH VERSION​​

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