Geisha Applying Makeup c. 1781

"Geisha Applying Makeup" is a woodblock print created by the renowned Japanese artist Torii Kiyonaga in c. 1781. The print depicts a geisha applying makeup, her face obscured by her hand. The elegant figure of the geisha, dressed in traditional attire, is set against a backdrop of a pine tree and a roof, emphasizing the beauty and grace of Japanese women. This woodblock print, now housed at The Art Institute of Chicago, showcases the artistic talents of Kiyonaga, who captured the essence of Japanese life and beauty in his work.