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Hand-painted artwork of a Japanese geisha
Hand-painted painting of a Geisha
SPECIFICATIONS
Series: Becoming a Geisha
Title: Geisha XX
Artist: © Frank Wagtmans
Technique: Acrylic Paint on Canvas
Materials: Acrylic paint and gesso. The craquelé technique on the edges adds depth and texture through additional layering.
Carrier: 100% linen canvas, 430g/m², medium structure, stretched on an FSC wood stretcher frame. The canvas features a 3-layer primer and is universally prepared. The sides are painted, eliminating the need for a frame.
Varnish: Matt varnish with UV filter
Orientation: Vertical
Dimensions (Height x Width x Depth): 80 x 60 x 4 cm (31.5 × 23.6 × 1.57 inch)
Exclusive: Only one copy available
Painting process: 2 weeks
Price: On Request
Availability: Available
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
This artwork measures approximately 31.5 × 23.6 inches. The geisha is portrayed with a lowered gaze, an expression of quiet dignity and inner stillness. Her restrained posture evokes a sense of calm contemplation, inviting the viewer into a moment of silence and reflection. The edges of the canvas are fully painted and finished with a subtle craquelure effect, allowing the work to exist independently without the need for a frame. The painting is signed and sealed with a protective varnish, ensuring its longevity.
Within Japanese culture, the geisha represents far more than beauty alone. She is the embodiment of centuries-old tradition, discipline, and devotion to the arts. Every gesture, every moment of stillness reflects years of rigorous training and a profound respect for ritual, balance, and refinement. In her presence, time seems to slow, revealing a world where elegance is cultivated through patience, restraint, and harmony. This painting pays homage to that timeless spirit, where tradition becomes art and silence speaks louder than words.
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