c. 1880s Japan - two geishas with baskets and flowers

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c. 1880s Japan - two geishas with baskets and flowers

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Ethnicity Ethnographic Geisha Meiji Occupation Orient Portrtait Skill Tinted Albumen

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This photograph, captured in the late 1800s during the Meiji Era in Japan, presents two elegant geishas in traditional attire, skillfully carrying baskets filled with vibrant flowers. Dressed in their intricately designed kimonos and obi sashes, their faces are adorned with subtle makeup and their hands are adorned with intricate jewelry. The geishas, who were renowned for their artistic skills in music, dance, and conversation, were an integral part of Japan's rich cultural heritage. The ethereal atmosphere of this vintage portrait is further enhanced by the use of the albumen printing process, a popular method during the 19th century. The tinted image, with its warm hues and intricate details, transports us back in time to an era of imperial grandeur and indigenous traditions. The geishas' youthful and serene expressions suggest a sense of grace and poise, as they go about their daily work, which involved entertaining guests at teahouses and private homes. This photograph offers a unique glimpse into the lives of these skilled women, whose occupations were an essential part of Japan's ethnographic and touristic landscape. It is a testament to the country's vibrant history and the enduring allure of its rich cultural traditions.

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