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Japanese oiran and samurai
Japanese oiran and samurai. Japanese courtesan in kimono with fan and hair ornaments, and two Japanese samurai in chonmage hairstyle wearing montsuki over hakama with two swords (katana) in their belts. (Titled Chinese in error.) Lithograph by Karl Joseph Brodtmann from Heinrich Rudolf Schinzs Illustrated Natural History of Men and Animals, 1836
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Belt Brodtmann Courtesan Emblem Hairstyle Heinrich Karl Kimono Oiran Ornaments Rudolf Samurai Schinz Topknot Chonmage Hakama Katana
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This lithograph, titled in error as 'Chinese' but accurately depicting Japanese culture, showcases the striking contrast between the elegant world of an Oiran, a Japanese courtesan, and the stern presence of two Samurai warriors. The Oiran, dressed in a stunning kimono adorned with intricate patterns and accessories such as a fan and elaborate hair ornaments, embodies the refined beauty and grace of the Japanese courtesan culture. Her serene expression and poised pose convey a sense of sophistication and allure. In stark contrast, the two Samurai warriors stand tall and imposing, their chonmage hairstyles, characterized by their topknots, signifying their samurai status. They wear the traditional montsuki hakama, a formal attire for the samurai class, with the emblem of their clan prominently displayed on their chests. Each warrior holds a katana sword in his belt, ready to defend their honor and their land. Their stern expressions and strong posture convey a sense of determination and readiness for battle. This exquisite lithograph, created by Karl Joseph Brodtmann for Heinrich Rudolf Schinz's Illustrated Natural History of Men and Animals in 1836, offers a glimpse into the rich and complex world of Japanese culture during the Edo period. The delicate balance between the world of art and beauty, represented by the Oiran, and the world of war and honor, represented by the Samurai, is beautifully captured in this image.
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