MAIKO (Winter)
Description
Maiko (Winter) depicts one of Kyoto's apprentice geisha in her full winter regalia — the layered kimono appropriate to the cold months, the distinctive Darari-musubi bow of the long obi extending down her back, and the elaborate kanzashi hair ornaments of the winter seasonal design. The maiko in winter represents a specific moment in the karyukai year when the formal new year visits (otoshidama-mawari) to teahouses and restaurants require the most elaborate and formal presentation. Sadanobu III's sensitivity to the specific seasonal character of maiko dress distinguishes his prints within this popular genre.
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Miyajima in Snow (Yuki no Miyajima)
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Evening Snow at Shiha Park, Tokyo
1932
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Frequently Asked Questions
MAIKO (Winter) was created by Hasegawa Sadanobu III (長谷川貞信三世).
MAIKO (Winter) depicts snow scenes, bijin-ga, and winter.