mica or gofun on background and sash; woman in profile from PL, wearing brown floral kimono and red and shiny green obi

Maiko, 1924

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A maiko is an apprentice geisha (or geiko in Kyoto) usually aged 15 to 20 years old. The education takes several years, in which course they also perform songs, dance, and play the shamisen (a three-stringed instrument) for visitors.

Details
Title
Maiko
Artist Life
1886 - 1942
Role
Artist
Accession Number
2002.161.52
Catalogue Raisonne
Marks, Seven Masters, 2015, no. 35
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mica or gofun on background and sash; woman in profile from PL, wearing brown floral kimono and red and shiny green obi