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May Vernacular Photo History Auction

Wed, May 6, 2026 11:00AM EDT
  2026-05-06 11:00:00 2026-05-06 11:00:00 America/New_York Michael Lehr Michael Lehr : May Vernacular Photo History Auction https://auction.michaellehrantiques.com/auctions/michael-lehr-antiques/may-vernacular-photo-history-auction-22757
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Lot 442

RPPC Japanese Theatre Performance Scene with Musicians

Estimate: $50 - $100
Starting Bid
$25

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Real photo postcard depicting a traditional Japanese stage performance with multiple actors and musicians arranged across the stage. The central performer stands in elaborate costume holding a prop while musicians and attendants sit or stand nearby with instruments.


The stage scenery features stylized trees and landscape elements painted on a theatrical backdrop. Several performers wear patterned kimono and theatrical makeup typical of historical Japanese stage productions. The composition suggests a dramatic or ceremonial moment within the play, photographed for publicity or souvenir purposes for theatre audiences.


The front bears the printed text: No English caption visible; Japanese characters appear on the reverse stamp area. The reverse reads: Japanese postcard back with printed characters and red circular stamp mark. Handwritten inscriptions read: Small pencil notation near lower edge.

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