Geishas Collection (#4)

Two Geishas Candle mid 1800s Kitagawa Kikumaro
Two Geishas beside a Candle, mid 1800s. Kitagawa Kikumaro (Tsukimaro) (Japanese). Color woodblock print; sheet: 36 x 23.8 cm (14 3/16 x 9 3/8 in.)

Geisha Showing Her Nape Make-Up And Obi; Kyoto, Japan

Women in traditional dress with umbrellas walking through Kyoto, Japan

Japan, Kyoto, Arashiyama, Adashino Nembutsu-ji Temple, Bamboo Forest

Geisha... ca. 1800. Creator: Kitagawa Utamaro
" Geisha" from the series Three Amusements of Contemporary Beauties (Tosei bijin san yu: Geigi), ca. 1800

Geishas, Japan, 1870s. Date: 1870s

Dancers of Tachibana Street, 1742-1815. Creator: Torii Kiyonaga
Dancers of Tachibana Street, 1742-1815

Geisha of the Tachibana Street, ca. 1786. Creator: Torii Kiyonaga
Geisha of the Tachibana Street, ca. 1786

Advertisement for Dujardin-Lammens furniture, Brussels
Advertisement for Dujardin-Lammens oak, cane and rattan furniture, Brussels, with a Japanese theme. circa late 19th century

Old Japanese Matchbox label with two women and Chinese coins made in Japan for the Chinese market Date: c. 1910s

Geisha winding obi sash, Japan
Geisha winding an obi sash, Japan. Date: circa 1890s

Geisha sleeping, Japan. Date: circa 1890s

A Japanese Geisha girl - classical portrait photograph wearing a beautifully-decorated silk kimono. Date: 1910s

Garden Scene - Geisha - Japan - Blind Mans Buff
Garden Scene - Geisha - Japan - Four Geisha Girls playing a game (similar to Blind Mans Buff?) Date: circa 1905

Japan - Geisha Girls kneels at her low writing table to finish a letter Date: circa 1904

Geisha Girl
A lovely Japanese geisha girl poses with her parasol. Date: 1930s

Racial / Japan / Geisha 1900
A geisha checks the back of her elaborate hair style using two mirrors

Woman looking out onto Zen garden, Kyoto, Japan

Women dressed in traditional geisha dress & woman pointing, Kyoto, Japan

Japan, Kyoto, Historic Higashiyama district, To-ji Pagoda

Japan - A Geisha whispers a secret to another fellow Geisha
Japan - Confidences - A Geisha whispers a secret to another fellow Geisha Date: 1904

Cherry blossom at Yoshiwara, Yokohama, Japan. Date: circa 1900s

Geishas and a rickshaw, Japan, circa 1890. Date: circa 1890

Geishas playing music and dancing, Japan, circa 1890. Date: circa 1890

Three geishas, Japan, circa 1890. Date: circa 1890

Westerns taking tea with geishas, Japan, circa 1890s. Date: circa 1890s

Three Japanese Geisha girls in a Garden Date: circa 1903

Japanese Geisha attend to dressing, washing and make-up Date: circa 1910s

Japan - Geisha Girls by the side of a garden pool. Date: circa 1907

Japan - Geisha Girl - Studio portrait. Date: circa 1907

Japan - Female Japanese musical group and dancers. Date: circa 1905

Japan - Two Geisha Girls whispering to each other Date: 1906

Two Japanese women drinking tea
Two geisha women kneeling on the floor, while drinking Japanese tea. Date: circa 1902

The Kimonos
Promotional postcard for The Kimonos The reverse has in printed handwriting Dear Koko, The Kimonos are here this week. You will see the particulars on the large bills. Do come with me

Monte Carlo To Japan by John Tiller
Promotional postcard for Monte Carlo To Japan by John Tiller; music Herman Finck and Sydney Barnes. First produced Winter Gardens, Blackpool, 7th July 1913 when the title was Monte Carlo to Tokyo

Advertisement for Matsuzakaya Department Store
Japanese advertisment for Matsuzakaya Department store. The poster features two Geishas examining parasols, an image of the store at the bottom right of the advertisement

Two Japanese women walk holding a parasol. They wear Kimonos and tabi, the traditional, national form of sock. Date: 1932

Two Geishas walk outside a temple
Two Japanese Geishas walk outside the Kannon temple in Tokyo. A large Lantern hangs at the gate to the temple. Date: 1932

A group of six Geishas
A group of six Japanese Geishas. Most are holding their skirts with their left hand in the traditional way. The building behind has common New Year decorations hanging from the roof. Date: 1932

Japanese Geishas wearing summer Kimonos
A group of Japanese Geishas walking down a street, wearing summer Kimonos. Date: 1932

Geishas with lanterns & fans
Elegant geishas in celebration. Artist: Raphael Kirchner Date: circa 1901

Two geishas playing dice
Two geishas rolling the dice in a country setting. Artist: Raphael Kirchner Date: circa 1901

Three geishas and swans signifying elegance and beauty Date: circa 1901

Japanese geishas & parasol
Elegant Japanese geishas under a parasol with storks flying over. Artist: Raphael Kirchner Date: circa 1901

Geishas in Rickshaw, Japan

Geishas with parasols, Japan

Group of geishas, Japan

Geishas whispering

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"Embodying Elegance and Tradition: Exploring the Enigmatic World in Japan" Step into the captivating realm of geishas, a symbol of grace and allure that has fascinated generations. Originating from Japan, they can renowned for their mastery in traditional arts such as flower arranging and playing musical instruments like the shamisen. Intriguingly mysterious, these enchanting figures evoke the famous proverb "See no evil, Hear no evil, Speak no evil, " representing their discretion and refined manners. Their immaculate appearance adorned with vibrant kimonos showcases an exquisite blend of tradition and sophistication. Travel back to 1935 Kyoto where two geishas gracefully captivate onlookers during New Year celebrations. Witness as a geisha girl bows respectfully to a samurai warrior, embodying respect for customs deeply rooted in Japanese culture. The artistry continues as we delve into the world of music - watch mesmerized as a geisha skillfully plays the shamisen while her fingers dance across its strings. Her profile portrait reveals a radiant smile that reflects both talent and joy. Immerse yourself further into this enchanting universe by strolling through serene garden scenes where geishas strike elegant poses on small stone bridges. The tranquility is momentarily interrupted by another intriguing sight - a smoking geisha exuding an air of mystery amidst delicate cherry blossoms. Picture two graceful geishas sharing moments under a parasol, showcasing not only their beauty but also their camaraderie within this exclusive sisterhood. These glimpses offer just a taste of the rich tapestry woven by Japanese culture's most iconic figures - the enigmatic yet alluring world of Geishas. Through centuries-old traditions passed down from generation to generation, they continue to inspire awe with their poise, talent, and timeless elegance.