Geisha and Maiko of Kyoto Beauty, Art, and Dance

Name: Geisha and Maiko of Kyoto Beauty, Art, and Dance
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ISBN: 9780764332210

ISBN-10: 076433221X

ISBN-13: 9780764332210

Edition: 2009

Authors: John Foster

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This exquisite collection of photographs and interviews focuses on four of Kyoto's most beautiful geisha and maiko (apprentice geisha). First, the geisha and maiko were photographed at Kyoto's largest geisha dance performances and other important dances. Next, portrait sessions were held with each woman to capture the kata (forms or poses) of her favorite dances. The geisha and maiko were then interviewed about their photographs, giving the reader a rare insight into their artistic training. Finally, images follow one maiko from her last few days as an apprentice through her first few days as a geisha. Never before has the change from maiko to geisha been documented so completely. The…

Book details

List price: $39.99
Copyright year: 2009
Publisher: Schiffer Publishing, Limited
Publication date: 6/3/2009
Binding: Hardcover
Pages: 144
Size: 8.50" wide x 11.00" long x 8.70" tall
Weight: 2.090
Language: English