Chojiya Collection

Courtesans of the Chojiya, from the book "Mirror of Beautiful Women of the Pleasure... 1776. Creator: Shunsho
Courtesans of the Chojiya, from the book "Mirror of Beautiful Women of the Pleasure Quarters (Seiro bijin awase sugata kagami), " vol. 1, Japan, 1776

Courtesans of the Chojiya, from the book "A Comparison of Beauties of the Green Houses... 1776. Creator: Shunsho
Courtesans of the Chojiya, from the book "A Comparison of Beauties of the Green Houses: A Mirror of Their Forms (Seiro bijin awase sugata kagami), " vol. 1, Japan, 1776

Courtesans of the Chojiya, from the book "Mirror of Beautiful Women of the Pleasure... 1776. Creator: Shunsho
Courtesans of the Chojiya, from the book "Mirror of Beautiful Women of the Pleasure Quarters (Seiro bijin awase sugata kagami), " vol. 1, Japan, 1776

Hinazuru of the Chojiya, Whose Attendants Are Tsuruji and Tsuruno (Chojiya uchi Hinazuru, ... 1794)
Hinazuru of the Chojiya, Whose Attendants Are Tsuruji and Tsuruno (Chojiya uchi Hinazuru, Tsuruji, Tsuruno), from the series "Array of Supreme Beauties of the Present Day

Tree Peony: Chozan of Chojiya (Chojiya uchi Chozan, Kao), from the series "Parodies of... c. 1769
Tree Peony: Chozan of Chojiya (Chojiya uchi Chozan, Kao), from the series " Parodies of Floating-world Beauties as Flowers (Ukiyo bijin hana mitate)", c. 1769

The Courtesan Wakakusa of the Chojiya with Her Attendants Asano and Midori, from the... 1783 / 84
The Courtesan Wakakusa of the Chojiya with Her Attendants Asano and Midori, from the series " Models for Fashion: New Designs as Fresh as Young Leaves (Hinagata wakana no hatsu moyo)"

The Courtesans Hinazuru and Karauta of the Chojiya Holding a Letter, c. 1776 / 81
The Courtesans Hinazuru and Karauta of the Chojiya Holding a Letter, c. 1776/81

Manzan of the Chojiya, from the series "Models for Fashion: New Designs as Fresh as
Manzan of the Chojiya, from the series " Models for Fashion: New Designs as Fresh as Young Leaves (Hinagata wakana no hatsu moyo)", c. 1778/80

Chozan of the Chojiya, from the series "Models for Fashion: New Designs as Fresh as
Chozan of the Chojiya, from the series " Models for Fashion: New Designs as Fresh as Young Leaves (Hinagata wakana hatsu moyo)", c. 1776

Hinazuru of the Chojiya, Whose Attendants Are Tsuruji and Tsuruno (Chojiya uchi Hinazuru
3501245 Hinazuru of the Chojiya, Whose Attendants Are Tsuruji and Tsuruno (Chojiya uchi Hinazuru, Tsuruji, Tsuruno), from the series Array of Supreme Beauties of the Present Day

Misayama of the Chojiya, from the series Beauties of the Licensed Quarter
2969690 Misayama of the Chojiya, from the series Beauties of the Licensed Quarter (Kakuchu bijin kurabe), c.1795 (colour woodblock print; oban) by Eisho, Chokosai (fl)

Courtesan Meizan Chojiya Balcony Overlooking
The Courtesan Meizan of the Chojiya on a Balcony Overlooking the Sumida River, ca. early or mid 1820s. Eizan Kikugawa (Japanese, 1787-1867)

Courtesan Chozan Chojiya 1790 Utagawa Toyokuni
The Courtesan Chozan of the Chojiya, c. 1790. Utagawa Toyokuni (Japanese, 1769-1825). Color woodblock print; sheet: 62 x 9.6 cm (24 7/16 x 3 3/4 in.)

Hinazura Chōjiya series Beauties Seven Komachi
Hinazura of Chōjiya from the series Beauties as the Seven Komachi, c. 1793-97. Utagawa Toyokuni (Japanese, 1769-1825). Color woodblock print; ink and color on paper; sheet

Oiran Wakakusa Chojiya Edo period 1615-1868
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ChAcjiya uchi chAczan, The courtesan ChAczan of ChAcjiya. Torii, Kiyonaga, 1752-1815, artist, 1783. 1 print : woodcut, color; 37.7 x 24.9 cm

The courtesan Chozan of Chojiya. Print shows Chozan, a courtesan, with two young female attendants. Date 1783

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"Chojiya: A Glimpse into the World of Edo Courtesans" Step back in time to the vibrant world of Edo-era Japan with a series of captivating artworks featuring the renowned Chojiya establishment. Known for its exquisite courtesans and luxurious ambiance, Chojiya was a prominent destination for pleasure-seekers during this period. One such artwork is "Tree Peony: Chozan of Chojiya, " created by Suzuki Harunobu around 1769. This print showcases the elegance and grace of Chozan, one of the celebrated courtesans at Chojiya, surrounded by beautiful tree peonies that symbolize prosperity and beauty. In another masterpiece titled "The Courtesan Wakakusa of the Chojiya with Her Attendants Asano and Midori, " artist Torii Kiyonaga transports us to 1783/84. Wakakusa, an enchanting courtesan from Chojiya, is depicted alongside her loyal attendants Asano and Midori, showcasing their intricate kimonos and elaborate hairstyles. The allure continues with "The Courtesans Hinazuru and Karauta of the Chojiya Holding a Letter" from 1776/81. This artwork captures two mesmerizing courtesans engaged in an intimate moment as they hold a letter filled with secrets or perhaps promises from admirers. Explore further into fashion trends through prints like "Manzan of the Chojiya" and "Chozan of the Chojiya. " These pieces offer fresh designs that were alluringly modern during their time while still maintaining traditional elements that defined Japanese aesthetics. Delve deeper into individual stories within this intriguing world through works like "Hinazuru of the Chojiya, Whose Attendants Are Tsuruji and Tsuruno.