Untitled 19th-20th century

This anonymous albumen print, created sometime between the 19th and 20th centuries, features two women in traditional Japanese clothing. The women, likely geishas or high-ranking courtesans, are posed closely together with intimate expressions. The photograph’s composition, with its focus on the women’s faces and the intricate detail of their kimonos, suggests a focus on beauty and elegance characteristic of Japanese art during this period. The print is now part of the Minneapolis Institute of Art’s collection, offering a glimpse into Japanese fashion and social customs of the late 19th or early 20th century.