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Geishas Collection (#6)

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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

Background imageGeishas Collection: Two Japanese geishas

Two Japanese geishas. Date: circa 1890s

Background imageGeishas Collection: Geishas in intimate pose, Japan

Geishas in intimate pose, Japan. Date: circa 1890s

Background imageGeishas Collection: Geishas in park, Kyoto, Japan

Geishas in park, Kyoto, Japan
Geishas in a park, Kyoto, Japan. Date: circa 1890s

Background imageGeishas Collection: Dai shichi, Act Seven. Utagawa, Toyokuni, 1786-1865, artist, [between 1840 and 1860]

Dai shichi, Act Seven. Utagawa, Toyokuni, 1786-1865, artist, [between 1840 and 1860], 1 print : woodcut, color; 22 x 34.1 cm

Background imageGeishas Collection: Two European girls dressed as Geishas playing music

Two European girls dressed as Geishas playing music (on a Shamisen-style instrument) during the tea ceremony. Date: circa 1910s

Background imageGeishas Collection: Two European girls dressed as Geishas enact the Tea Ceremony

Two European girls dressed as Geishas enact the Tea Ceremony Date: circa 1910s

Background imageGeishas Collection: Two Young European Girls dressed up as Japanese Geishas

Two Young European Girls dressed up as Japanese Geishas with paper umbrellas and fans. Date: circa 1906

Background imageGeishas Collection: Japanese Geisha standing with her Traditional Shamisen

Japanese Geisha standing with her Traditional Shamisen Date: circa 1904

Background imageGeishas Collection: Japanese Geisha laughing

Japanese Geisha laughing Date: circa 1904

Background imageGeishas Collection: Three Japanese Geisha in Rickshaws

Three Japanese Geisha in Rickshaws Date: circa 1904

Background imageGeishas Collection: Japanese Geisha - Seated in an ornately-carved chair

Japanese Geisha - Seated in an ornately-carved chair Date: circa 1904

Background imageGeishas Collection: Japanese Geisha Sisters

Japanese Geisha Sisters in lavishly-patterned kimonos Date: circa 1904

Background imageGeishas Collection: Japanese Geisha Girls playing a game of flower cards

Japanese Geisha Girls playing a game of flower cards Date: 1904

Background imageGeishas Collection: Two Japanese Geisha Girls walk hand in hand in the park

Two Japanese Geisha Girls walk hand in hand in the park Date: circa 1906

Background imageGeishas Collection: Ten Japanese Geisha Girls from Yokohama, Japan

Ten Japanese Geisha Girls from Yokohama, Japan Date: circa 1907

Background imageGeishas Collection: Japanese Geisha admiring her reflection - entitled Vanity

Japanese Geisha admiring her reflection - entitled Vanity Date: circa 1906

Background imageGeishas Collection: Three Japanese Geisha girls in a Wisteria Garden

Three Japanese Geisha girls in a Wisteria Garden. Date: circa 1917

Background imageGeishas Collection: Two Japanese Geisha girls playing crokinole

Two Japanese Geisha girls playing crokinole
Two Japanese Geisha girl playing a game of crokinole (a cirular variant of shove ha penny). Date: circa 1917

Background imageGeishas Collection: A Japanese Geisha posing in a studio garden setting

A Japanese Geisha posing in a studio garden setting with fan and small cricket cage Date: 1910s

Background imageGeishas Collection: A Japanese Geisha at Sugita near Yokohama

A Japanese Geisha at Sugita near Yokohama - pictured with three other women including a serving girl. Date: 1910s

Background imageGeishas Collection: Two Japanese Geisha in a garden with colourful blooms

Two Japanese Geisha in a garden with colourful blooms Date: 1910s

Background imageGeishas Collection: Japan - Five Geisha pose for the photographer in a garden

Japan - Five Geisha pose for the photographer in a garden Date: circa 1905

Background imageGeishas Collection: Japan - Four Geisha pose for the photographer around a bench

Japan - Four Geisha pose for the photographer around a bench Date: circa 1905

Background imageGeishas Collection: Japan - Three Geisha pose for the photographer by a house

Japan - Three Geisha pose for the photographer by a house Date: circa 1905

Background imageGeishas Collection: Garden Scene, Japan - Geisha - Fishing on small stone bridge

Garden Scene, Japan - Geisha - Fishing on small stone bridge Date: circa 1905

Background imageGeishas Collection: Garden Scene - Geisha - Japan

Garden Scene - Geisha - Japan - One of the four girls is fidhing, whilst two others stand and hold umbrellas / parasols. Date: circa 1905

Background imageGeishas Collection: Japan - Studio Photographic Portrait of a Japanese Geisha

Japan - Studio Photographic Portrait of a Japanese Geisha Date: circa 1905

Background imageGeishas Collection: Japan - Three Japanese Geisha - Studio Photographic Portrait

Japan - Three Japanese Geisha - Studio Photographic Portrait Date: circa 1905

Background imageGeishas Collection: Japanese Woman O-Koto-San goes to sleep - Goodnight

Japanese Woman O-Koto-San goes to sleep - Goodnight! Date: circa 1905

Background imageGeishas Collection: Japanese Woman O-Koto-San has a smoke before bed

Japanese Woman O-Koto-San has a smoke before bed
Japanese Woman O-Koto-San has a smoke and thinks of her soldier Lo, whilst her miad prepares her bed. Date: circa 1905

Background imageGeishas Collection: Japanese Woman O-Koto-San dresses to go out visiting

Japanese Woman O-Koto-San dresses to go out visiting Date: circa 1905

Background imageGeishas Collection: Japanese Woman O-Koto-San and friend in the garden

Japanese Woman O-Koto-San and friend in the garden
Japanese Woman O-Koto-San and her friend in the garden Date: circa 1905

Background imageGeishas Collection: Japanese Woman O-Koto-San and maid at suppertime

Japanese Woman O-Koto-San and maid at suppertime
Japanese Woman O-Koto-San talks to her maid while partaking of supper. Date: circa 1905

Background imageGeishas Collection: Japan - Three Geisha Girls posing in a flowerbed

Japan - Three Geisha Girls posing in a flowerbed Date: circa 1904

Background imageGeishas Collection: Japan - Five Geisha Girls greet a new arrival

Japan - Five Geisha Girls greet a new arrival Date: circa 1904

Background imageGeishas Collection: Japan - Geisha girl holding a badminton racquet

Japan - Geisha girl holding a badminton racquet (about to hit a ball) Date: circa 1904

Background imageGeishas Collection: Japan - Three Geisha Girls playing traditional instruments

Japan - Three Geisha Girls playing traditional instruments - two on drums and one playing the Shamisen. Date: circa 1904

Background imageGeishas Collection: Japan - Geisha portrait

Japan - Geisha portrait Date: circa 1902

Background imageGeishas Collection: Japan - Geisha writing a letter

Japan - Geisha writing a letter Date: circa 1902

Background imageGeishas Collection: Japan - Women performing a variety of tasks in the home

Japan - Women performing a variety of tasks in the home
Japan - Three women house staff performing a variety of tasks in the home - their Geisha Mistress is looking out of the window in the background, seemingly ignoring their endeavours. Date: circa 1900




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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.