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What a Selfie in the 1920s Looks Like

Nowadays, people post mirror selfies on their social media all the time, but have you ever imagined what it would've looked like before cell phones?

Well, now you don't have to, because this Japanese couple took one! Way back in the 1920s, they snapped this on an actual camera; they were clearly ahead of their time. It's a heartfelt and special image that captures a cute moment shared between two lovers.


It was rare to see an expression of affection in portraits in those days, especially in Japan, where Public Display Of Affection was still somewhat frowned upon. Hence the guy holding the woman's hand makes this image even more special.
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ArishMell · 70-79, M
It is a lovely photo!

Years later, external air-bulb or clockwork shutter controls, then cameras fitted with internal timers, started to allow self-portraits without needing a mirror.

Even with a mirror and the obvious technique that photo beats most "'phone selfies" hands-down for composition. Using a portable 'phone at arm's length or on a "stick", or pointed at what is obviously the bathroom mirror, really is going backwards!