Musume Collection

Kabuki actor as Kiyohime, Japanese traditional story
Kabuki actor as Kiyohime, in a Japanese traditional story involving the beautiful daughter of a village magistrate who falls in love with a young priest

Musume / young woman, winter dress with umbrella, Japan
Musume or young woman in winter dress with an umbrella, Japan. Vintage 19th century photograph

Act VIII Dai hachidanme Actors Bandō Hikosaburō V
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Poppen o fuku musume, Young lady blowing on a poppin. Kitagawa, Utamaro, 1753?-1806, artist, [1790, printed between 1918 and 1923], 1 print : woodcut, color

Musume o seotte kawa o wataru hotei, Hotei carrying a young girl piggyback. Suzuki, Harunobu, 1725?-1770, artist, [between 1767 and 1769], 1 print : woodcut, color; 28.2 x 20.2 cm

Fumi yomu musume, Young lady reading a letter. Utagawa, Kuniyoshi, 1798-1861, artist, [between 1844 and 1848], 1 print : woodcut, color; 33.9 x 22.3 cm (top panel), 33.6 x 22.5 cm (bottom panel)

Iwai HanshirAc no Sagoemon musume Oyone, The actor Iwai HanshirAc in the role of Sagoemon s
Iwai HanshirAc no Sagoemon musume Oyone, The actor Iwai HanshirAc in the role of Sagoemons daughter Oyone. Utagawa, Toyokuni, 1769-1825, artist, [between 1811 and 1818], 1 print : woodcut

AgebAcshi o naosu musume, Young woman adjusting her hat. Ikeda, Eisen, 1790-1848, artist, [between 1825 and 1830], 1 print (2 sheets) : woodcut, color; 36 x 25.3 (top), 35.6 x 25 (bottom) cm

Nagauta no keiko ni kayou musume, Young lady going to her Nagauta music lessons. Utagawa, Kunisada, 1823-1880, artist, [between 1830 and 1844], 1 print : woodcut, color; 36.3 x 24.4 cm (top print)

Motoyui o tsukuru musume, , artist, 1799. 1 print : woodcut, color; 12. 9 x 8. 4 cm
Motoyui o tsukuru musume, , artist, 1799. 1 print : woodcut, color; 12.9 x 8.4 cm

Ne no ji no kakejiku o motsu musume, Beauty holding a calendar scroll for the year of the rat. 1804. 1 print : woodcut, color; 13 x 8.6 cm. Print shows a woman holding a calendar scroll

Yukidama o tsukuru musume, Young lady making a snowball. Torii, Kiyomitsu, 1735-1785, artist, [176-], 1 print : woodcut, color; 38.3 x 16.9 cm

TenaraichAc o motsu musume, Young lady carrying a calendar. Utagawa, Kunisada, 1823-1880, artist, 1843. 1 print : woodcut, color; 36.1 x 24.5 cm (top print), 33.1 x 22.3 cm (bottom print)

Musume DAcjAcji, Young maiden of Dojoji (Musume Dojoji). Utagawa, Kunisada, 1823-1880, artist, [between 1830 and 1844], 1 print : woodcut, color; 34.8 x 22.9 cm (top), 33.8 x 22.4 cm (bottom)

Baika saru hiku musume, Young women walking a monkey under a plum tree. Ikeda, Eisen, 1790-1848, artist, 1824. 1 print : woodcut, color; 20.9 x 26.5 cm

Godaime iwayahanshirAc no fujimusume to sandaime bandAcmitsugorAc no zatAc, Iwai HanshirAc V as Fuji Musume and BandAc MitsugorAc III as ZatAc. Yanagawa, Shigenobu, 1787-1832, artist, 1820

Young maiden of Dojoji (Musume Dojoji). Date between 1830 and 1844

Iwai Hanshiro V as Fuji Musume and Bando Mitsugoro III as Zato. Print shows the actor Iwai Hanshiro V in the role of a woman, Fuji Musume, speaking to a man, the actor Bando Mitsugoro III as Zato

Musume Dojoji, a popular kabuki dancer. Print shows a dancer from the popular Musume Dojoji dance drama of the kabuki theater. Date 1758, printed later

Musume with parasol in Japan

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In the enchanting world of Kabuki, Kiyohime takes center stage as a mesmerizing character. Dressed in traditional winter attire and clutching an umbrella, she embodies the essence of a musume - a young woman in Japan. As Act VIII of Dai hachidanme Actors Band unfolds, Hikosaburō V brings this captivating tale to life. The artistry continues with Utamaro's masterpiece "Poppen o fuku musume, " where we witness a young lady delicately blowing on a poppin. The renowned artist Kitagawa captures her grace and elegance effortlessly. Suzuki's portrayal of "Hotei carrying a young girl piggyback" showcases the tender bond between generations. This heartwarming scene reminds us of the nurturing nature that defines Japanese culture. Moving forward, Utagawa Kuniyoshi introduces us to a musume engrossed in reading a letter. Her expression reveals emotions hidden within the written words, leaving us curious about their contents. Iwai Hanshirō graces the stage as Sagoemon's daughter Oyone, played by Iwai Hanshirō himself. His impeccable performance captivates audiences with its authenticity and depth. Eisen Ikeda transports us to another era with his depiction of a musume adjusting her hat in "Agebāshi o naosu musume. " The attention to detail is remarkable as every fold and curve tells its own story. As we follow our journey through time, we encounter yet another fascinating scene: "Nagauta no keiko ni kayou musume. " A young lady eagerly heads towards her Nagauta music lessons, showcasing dedication and passion for traditional arts. "Motoyui o tsukuru musume" by an unknown artist invites us into everyday life during ancient times. With vibrant colors and intricate details etched onto woodcut prints, it offers a glimpse into the world of musume.