Geisha: A Photographic History, 1872-1912

By Elizabeth A. Burns, Stanley B. Burns, MD Stanley B. Burns

Book Overview

'Geisha' documents the intimate life and culture of the 19th century geisha. It portrays these artists in a cultural reality created by staged studio photography, private scenes, and rare outdoor images. Images of courtesans and other working women are presented alongside the geisha to show all sides of this aspect of Japanese culture.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1576873366
• ISBN13: 9781576873366
• Release Date: December 2006
• Publisher: powerHouse Books
• Length: 80 Pages
• Weight: 2.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 13.0" x 0.7" x 10.5"