Woman at Toilette 1868

Felice Beato's "Woman at Toilette" (1868) is a striking example of his photographic documentation of Japanese life. Captured in a hand-tinted albumen print, the image features a woman seated on a tatami mat, applying makeup while gazing into a mirror. The composition is intimate and natural, showcasing the woman's daily ritual in a culturally authentic setting. This photograph, along with Beato's other work, played a vital role in Western understanding of Japanese culture in the 19th century.