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Poster Print : Yoshiwara, red light district, Toyko, circa 1880s. Date: circa 1880s
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Yoshiwara, red light district, Toyko, circa 1880s. Date: circa 1880s
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 20954951
© Mary Evans Picture Library/Pump Park Photography
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Step into the past with our captivating Yoshiwara Poster Print from Media Storehouse, inspired by a rare and intriguing image from the 1880s. This evocative piece takes you on a journey to Tokyo's notorious red light district during an era of rich history and cultural intrigue. Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Yoshiwara with this stunning, vintage-inspired print, perfect for adding a unique touch to your home or office decor. Experience the allure of the past with our Yoshiwara Poster Print – a captivating addition to your collection.
Premium quality poster prints are printed on luxurious semi-gloss satin 270 gsm paper. Our meticulously crafted poster prints offer an affordable option for decorating any space, making them ideal for living rooms, bedrooms, offices and beyond. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 21.6cm x 30.3cm (8.5" x 11.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Yoshiwara, Tokyo's Famous Red Light District in the Late 1800s: A Glimpse into Japan's Historical Entertainment Quarters This photograph offers a rare glimpse into the vibrant and intriguing world of Yoshiwara, Tokyo's notorious red light district during the late 1800s. Established in 1617, Yoshiwara was Japan's most famous and oldest licensed pleasure quarters, known for its teahouses, geisha houses, and entertainers. In this photograph, we see a bustling street scene filled with lantern-lit shops, theaters, and teahouses. The narrow, winding alleyways are lined with wooden buildings, their facades adorned with colorful decorations and intricate carvings. The atmosphere is lively and festive, with people of all walks of life mingling together. Geishas, dressed in their elegant kimonos and traditional makeup, can be seen making their way to their engagements, their fans in hand. Rikishi, or sumo wrestlers, can be spotted in the crowd, their bulging muscles and distinctive mawashi belts a clear giveaway to their profession. Men in formal attire, samurai, and merchants are also present, adding to the diverse mix of people that frequented Yoshiwara. Despite its reputation as a place of pleasure and entertainment, Yoshiwara was strictly regulated by the authorities, with rules governing the behavior of both the entertainers and their clients. The district was also known for its strict codes of conduct, which ensured a certain level of decorum and respect for the geishas and their art. This photograph provides a fascinating window into Japan's rich cultural history and the unique world of Yoshiwara, a place where tradition and modernity, pleasure and propriety, came together in a captivating and intriguing way.
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