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Gorgeous Prints Immortalize The Naked, Pearl-Diving 'Mermaids' Of Japan

Behold the ama, also known as the "women of the sea."
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Traditional Japanese Art Finds New Life On The Internet, Thanks To GIFs

Further proof that there's nothing quite like an art historical meme to make you appreciate the beauty of traditional art.
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