Vier geisha's vergezellen twee mannen in een theehuis in Japan c. 1896 - 1906

This color photograph, "Vier geisha's vergezellen twee mannen in een theehuis in Japan," by Kōzaburō Tamamura (1856-1923) depicts a scene of Japanese hospitality and tradition. The image shows four geisha, dressed in traditional kimonos, entertaining two men in a teahouse. This intimate gathering, typical of Japanese cultural life, reflects the importance of social harmony and the refined aesthetic values of the time. Tamamura's keen eye for detail captures the ambiance and the intricacies of Japanese custom in this snapshot of everyday life.