Large format photo of the cricket team members Taken in Kobe by M. Hiramura
[Japan]. Scarce and quite possibly unique surviving photo showing thirteen members of cricket teams from Yokohama, Kobe, Shanghai and possibly Hong Kong, who were in Kobe in 1895 for inter-port matches. Presumably, Kobe and Yokohama members played against Shanghai and Hong Kong. Members include Ambrose Berry Walford and Cecil Lucas. The photo was taken by M. Hiramura of Kobe, most likely the son of Tokubei Hiramura who had opened a studio in Kobe in 1870 (or 1872 according to another source). Tokubei died in 1894 and there is a possibility the 'M' refers to 'Mr.' as Tokubei's son was apparently named Kiyoshi. The Hiramura studio is still operating as a photo studio in Kobe today.
Kobe. M. Hiramura. 1895.
27.1 x 20.7cm.
In fine condition. Mounted on thin card. With almost no wear. p32110726
