Girl Playing Koto (Music) 19th-20th century

This 19th-20th century hand-tinted photograph, titled "Girl Playing Koto (Music)," shows a young woman in traditional Japanese clothing playing the koto, a traditional Japanese string instrument. The photograph captures a moment of focused concentration as the woman's fingers deftly navigate the instrument's strings. This work, created by an anonymous artist, is part of the Minneapolis Institute of Art's collection. The photograph, which is presented in a paper album, likely depicts a scene staged for a tourist audience, showcasing Japanese culture and traditions.