Geisha Collection Cushion Camelia Courtesan

In China, the camellia represented the devotion of lovers to each other, with the petals representing the lady and calyx, which is the part that holds the petals, representing the man or protector of his beloved. According to Floridata: Camellia japonica, the camellia has been used as decoration at Korean weddings since 1200 B.C.E. to represent faithfulness. The meaning of the camellia has a long history in Japan. At one time, the camellia symbolized a short life lived in glory and devotion to one’s lord. Today, the meaning has more to do with success in business. The perfection of the Camelia has been faithfully recreated in our woven cushion. Pair with our Geisha tapestries and Asian antiques to create a harmonious, balanced decor.