Bought me an original 1880s ambrotype type of an Japanese Geisha (?). Not sure she is actually a geisha but I loved her ambiguous expression, pose and dress. She looks so indifferent, so vulnerable. I have seen that same expression in the faces of the sex workers of Southeast Asia.The pics cost was a reasonable $67.66 USD plus shipping. Will add this ambroype to my collection of 4 others. There was a throw in paper picture included in this auction (the oval image seen below).
Here is the sellers advert:
Fantastic & original Japanese ambrotype of a Geisha holding an umbrella together with a pocket mirror with paper photo portrait of a Geisha, c1880. The ambrotype measures 3 1/4 X 4 1/3 inches and has a partial case and frame. The mirror measures 2 1/4 X 3 1/4 inches. Fine clarity & tonality, generally good shape for the age & GUARANTEED AUTHENTIC. Be sure to add me to your favorites list & check out my other auctions for more interesting things from Japan. Payment by PAYPAL. Buyer pays ACTUAL SHIPPING COSTS. If you buy more than one item I can combine shipping.
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| Geisha (?) Ambrotype 1880s Japan |
Here is the sellers advert:
Fantastic & original Japanese ambrotype of a Geisha holding an umbrella together with a pocket mirror with paper photo portrait of a Geisha, c1880. The ambrotype measures 3 1/4 X 4 1/3 inches and has a partial case and frame. The mirror measures 2 1/4 X 3 1/4 inches. Fine clarity & tonality, generally good shape for the age & GUARANTEED AUTHENTIC. Be sure to add me to your favorites list & check out my other auctions for more interesting things from Japan. Payment by PAYPAL. Buyer pays ACTUAL SHIPPING COSTS. If you buy more than one item I can combine shipping.
