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Geishas Collection (#5)

"Embodying Elegance and Tradition: Exploring the Enigmatic World in Japan" Step into the captivating realm of geishas

Background imageGeishas Collection: Cherry blossom at Yoshiwara, Yokohama, Japan

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

Background imageGeishas Collection: Geishas and a rickshaw, Japan, circa 1890

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

Background imageGeishas Collection: Geishas playing music and dancing, Japan, circa 1890

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

Background imageGeishas Collection: Three geishas, Japan, circa 1890

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

Background imageGeishas Collection: Westerns taking tea with geishas, Japan, circa 1890s

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

Background imageGeishas Collection: Three Japanese Geisha girls in a Garden

Three Japanese Geisha girls in a Garden Date: circa 1903

Background imageGeishas Collection: Japanese Geisha attend to dressing, washing and make-up

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

Background imageGeishas Collection: Japan - Geisha Girls by the side of a garden pool

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

Background imageGeishas Collection: Japan - Geisha Girl - Studio portrait

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

Background imageGeishas Collection: Japan - Female Japanese musical group and dancers

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

Background imageGeishas Collection: Japan - Two Geisha Girls whispering to each other

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

Background imageGeishas Collection: Two Japanese women drinking tea

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

Background imageGeishas Collection: The Kimonos

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

Background imageGeishas Collection: Monte Carlo To Japan by John Tiller

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

Background imageGeishas Collection: Advertisement for Matsuzakaya Department Store

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

Background imageGeishas Collection: Two Japanese women walk holding a parasol

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

Background imageGeishas Collection: Two Geishas walk outside a temple

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

Background imageGeishas Collection: A group of six Geishas

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

Background imageGeishas Collection: Japanese Geishas wearing summer Kimonos

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

Background imageGeishas Collection: Geishas with lanterns & fans

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

Background imageGeishas Collection: Two geishas playing dice

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

Background imageGeishas Collection: Three geishas and swans

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

Background imageGeishas Collection: Japanese geishas & parasol

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

Background imageGeishas Collection: Geishas in Rickshaw, Japan

Geishas in Rickshaw, Japan

Background imageGeishas Collection: Geishas with parasols, Japan

Geishas with parasols, Japan

Background imageGeishas Collection: Group of geishas, Japan

Group of geishas, Japan

Background imageGeishas Collection: Geishas whispering

Geishas whispering

Background imageGeishas Collection: Geishas with parasols and obi sashes, Japan

Geishas with parasols and obi sashes, Japan

Background imageGeishas Collection: Geisha in rickshaw, Japan

Geisha in rickshaw, Japan. Date: circa 1890s

Background imageGeishas Collection: Geishas sewing, reading and writing, Japan

Geishas sewing, reading and writing, Japan
Three geishas sewing, reading and writing, Japan. Date: circa 1890s

Background imageGeishas Collection: Geisha back view, obi sash, Japan

Geisha back view, obi sash, Japan
Geisha back view, showing the obi sash, Japan. Date: circa 1890s

Background imageGeishas Collection: Geisha with obi sash and fan, Japan

Geisha with obi sash and fan, Japan. Date: circa 1890s

Background imageGeishas Collection: Geisha with hairpin, Japan

Geisha with hairpin, Japan. Date: circa 1890s

Background imageGeishas Collection: Geisha bouncing a ball, Japan

Geisha bouncing a ball, Japan. Date: circa 1890s

Background imageGeishas Collection: Two whispering geishas, Japan

Two whispering geishas, Japan. Date: circa 1890s

Background imageGeishas Collection: Geisha reading, Japan

Geisha reading, Japan
Geisha reading, apparently while making tea, Japan. Date: circa 1890s

Background imageGeishas Collection: Two geishas, Japan

Two geishas, Japan. Date: circa 1890s

Background imageGeishas Collection: Geishas at tea stove, Japan

Geishas at tea stove, Japan
Four geishas at a tea stove, Japan. Date: circa 1890s

Background imageGeishas Collection: Two geishas, stove and shamisen, Japan

Two geishas, stove and shamisen, Japan
Two geishas, stove and shamisen (a three-stringed musical instrument), Japan. Date: circa 1890s

Background imageGeishas Collection: Doctor and geisha patient, Japan

Doctor and geisha patient, Japan. Date: circa 1890s

Background imageGeishas Collection: Two geishas sleeping, Japan

Two geishas sleeping, Japan. Date: circa 1890s

Background imageGeishas Collection: Geisha with umbrella, Japan

Geisha with umbrella, Japan. Date: circa 1890s

Background imageGeishas Collection: Geisha in travelling chair, Japan

Geisha in travelling chair, Japan
Geisha in travelling chair, with two men carrying, Japan. Date: circa 1890s

Background imageGeishas Collection: Geisha musicians, Japan

Geisha musicians, Japan, with stringed instruments, flute and percussion. Date: circa 1890s

Background imageGeishas Collection: Geisha with shamisen, Japan

Geisha with shamisen, Japan
Geisha with shamisen (a three-stringed musical instrument), Japan. Date: circa 1890s

Background imageGeishas Collection: Three geishas dancing, Japan

Three geishas dancing, Japan. Date: circa 1890s

Background imageGeishas Collection: Geishas dancing and playing music, Japan

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

Background imageGeishas Collection: Two geishas on a balcony, Japan

Two geishas on a balcony, Japan. Date: circa 1890s




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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.