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Oiran courtesan having her hair treated with perfumed oil by a kamuro outside a barred shopfront in the pleasure quarters. Another maid brings a letter
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Oiran courtesan having her hair treated with perfumed oil by a kamuro outside a barred shopfront in the pleasure quarters. Another maid brings a letter
FLO4630920 Oiran courtesan having her hair treated with perfumed oil by a kamuro outside a barred shopfront in the pleasure quarters. Another maid brings a letter. Woodblock print by Masanobu Okumura (1686-1764) from Fuzoku Emakimono, Picture Scroll of the Water Trade, Tokyo, reprint circa 1880.; (add.info.: Oiran courtesan having her hair treated with perfumed oil by a kamuro outside a barred shopfront in the pleasure quarters. Another maid brings a letter. Woodblock print by Masanobu Okumura (1686-1764) from Fuzoku Emakimono, Picture Scroll of the Water Trade, Tokyo, reprint circa 1880.); © Florilegius
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In this woodblock print by Masanobu Okumura, we are transported back in time to the bustling pleasure quarters of Japan. An Oiran courtesan is depicted having her hair delicately treated with perfumed oil by a kamuro outside a barred shopfront. The scene is alive with activity as another maid brings a letter, adding to the sense of intrigue and anticipation.
The attention to detail in this artwork is truly remarkable, from the intricate hairstyles and traditional costumes to the subtle expressions on the faces of the women. It offers us a glimpse into a world where beauty and elegance were highly prized, and where every aspect of grooming was considered an art form.
As we gaze upon this image, we can almost imagine ourselves stepping into the vibrant nightlife of Tokyo's entertainment district during the Edo era. The colors are rich and vivid, drawing us in further to explore every nuance of this fascinating society.
This print serves as a reminder of the cultural significance placed on appearance and beauty in Japanese history. It captures not only a moment in time but also reflects on themes of tradition, femininity, and societal norms that continue to resonate today.
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