These three postal cards, sent on January 1, 1890, December 6, 1891 (by Miyake?三宅), and December 23, 1891 (by Suzuki?鈴木[?]津郎) , originate from Bitchu (備中) and bear postmarks from 吹屋 (Fukiya), 笠岡 (Kasaoka), and 成羽 (Nariwa). Two of the cards include a return address from 川上郡 (Kawakami-gun), which is part of present-day Takahashi City (高梁市), Okayama Prefecture. This region holds particular significance as the birthplace of Maeda Yoshihiko, the recipient of these cards.
One of the cards January 1, 1890, sent by an individual named 幾田収 (Ikuta Osamu), features the intriguing term 六要堂 (Rokuyōdō) in the address. As we’ve explored in previous posts, 六要堂 likely refers to an art class or studio, possibly run by Maeda Yoshihiko himself, perhaps in collaboration with a few other individuals.
Whether it was a formal studio, a gathering place for artists, or a small class, 六要堂 appears to have been a significant location for creative or intellectual exchange during this period. If you have any insights or additional information about 六要堂 or the individuals associated with it, we would love to hear from you!
Unfortunately, we have no further information about the senders of these cards. The messages appear to be customary greetings, with the January 1 card likely being a New Year’s greeting. The other cards, sent in December, may have been seasonal greetings or personal updates, reflecting the social customs of the time.
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