Japanese Geisha or Maiko Portrait Print (Reproduction)
Art Print / Reproduction

Japanese Geisha or Maiko Portrait Print (Reproduction)

This item is a Japanese portrait print, specifically a commercial reproduction featuring a woman, likely a geisha or maiko, in traditional attire. The print depicts a soft-faced woman with her hair styled in an elaborate bun adorned with a blue hair accessory, possibly a kanzashi. Her skin tone is rendered in a very light, almost alabaster hue, with delicate facial features. She is dressed in a dark kimono, possibly black or a very deep indigo, with a distinct white collar visible underneath. Around her waist, a vibrant obi or sash in shades of gold and yellow with subtle patterning is visible. The background is a muted, light blue, suggesting a cloudy sky or a soft, undefined space. The overall color palette is somewhat cool, with the blues dominating. The print is presented on what appears to be a stiff, white board or cardstock, indicating it is likely a mounted reproduction rather than a traditional paper print. There are two small, dark circular markings visible on the white border below the image, which could be small holes, perhaps from a previous display method. The bottom edge of the white border has a small rectangular mark with text, which, as per the additional context, indicates 'Jodai Insatsu Kabushikigaisha,' confirming its commercial reproduction status. The absence of visible brushstrokes or textures suggests a photographic or digital printing process rather than an original painting or a traditional woodblock print. The style is reminiscent of Japanese bijin-ga (pictures of beautiful women) from the Shin-hanga or Nihonga periods, likely late 19th to mid-20th century, though as a reproduction, its actual age would be significantly more recent.

Estimated Value

$10 - $30

Basic Information

Category

Art Print / Reproduction

Appraised On

December 15, 2025

Estimated Value

$10 - $30

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Jodai Insatsu Kabushikigaisha), indicating this is a commercial reproduction.

Item Description

This item is a Japanese portrait print, specifically a commercial reproduction featuring a woman, likely a geisha or maiko, in traditional attire. The print depicts a soft-faced woman with her hair styled in an elaborate bun adorned with a blue hair accessory, possibly a kanzashi. Her skin tone is rendered in a very light, almost alabaster hue, with delicate facial features. She is dressed in a dark kimono, possibly black or a very deep indigo, with a distinct white collar visible underneath. Around her waist, a vibrant obi or sash in shades of gold and yellow with subtle patterning is visible. The background is a muted, light blue, suggesting a cloudy sky or a soft, undefined space. The overall color palette is somewhat cool, with the blues dominating. The print is presented on what appears to be a stiff, white board or cardstock, indicating it is likely a mounted reproduction rather than a traditional paper print. There are two small, dark circular markings visible on the white border below the image, which could be small holes, perhaps from a previous display method. The bottom edge of the white border has a small rectangular mark with text, which, as per the additional context, indicates 'Jodai Insatsu Kabushikigaisha,' confirming its commercial reproduction status. The absence of visible brushstrokes or textures suggests a photographic or digital printing process rather than an original painting or a traditional woodblock print. The style is reminiscent of Japanese bijin-ga (pictures of beautiful women) from the Shin-hanga or Nihonga periods, likely late 19th to mid-20th century, though as a reproduction, its actual age would be significantly more recent.

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