Geta Collection
"Geta: A Journey Through Time and Culture" Step into the world of geta, a traditional Japanese footwear that has captivated hearts across centuries and continents
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"Geta: A Journey Through Time and Culture" Step into the world of geta, a traditional Japanese footwear that has captivated hearts across centuries and continents. From Sri Lanka's Geta Beraya and Udekkiya players to the bustling streets of Japan's clog shops, geta holds a rich history. Intriguingly depicted in Yanagawa Shigenobu II's Kaori-mono-awase from 1830, we witness the elegance as Ichikawa Danjuro VII portrays Konoshita Tokichi alongside Nakamura Daikichi as his wife. The woodcut artistry brings these characters to life, their footsteps echoing on the wooden soles. Geta transcends time and weather; even rain cannot dampen its allure. In a mesmerizing scene captured between 1925-36 by an unknown artist, two women gracefully navigate through rainfall wearing vibrant geta. Their resilience shines through every step they take. Ando Hiroshige takes us further back in time with his enchanting depiction of "Woman Walking in the Snow" during the 1840s-early 1850s. As snowflakes delicately blanket Kyoto's Higashiyama district, her sturdy yet elegant geta leave imprints on this wintry landscape. Beyond its artistic representation lies tangible craftsmanship. Enter Japan's renowned Geta Clog Maker shop where skilled artisans meticulously carve each piece with precision and dedication. Here, tradition meets innovation as modern designs blend seamlessly with age-old techniques. But let us not forget Emperor Geta himself - immortalized in marble bust form - whose reign met a tragic end through assassination in 211 AD. This historical event forever etched into our collective memory serves as a reminder of both power struggles and human frailty.