Sake Ceremony at the Shogun's Palace - Handsome triptych of a group of daimyo and retainers receiving cups of sake during a ceremony at the shogun's palace. Three men sit in the center next to trays piled high with shallow sake cups, offering cups and pouring sake from long-handled servers for the lords who kneel respectfully before them with outstretched arms. A row of samurai waits quietly for their turn, as those who have completed the ritual pass by a servant at far left to receive a new kimono on the way out. A terrific view of this solemn event, with fine detail in the intricate fabric patterns and touches of burnishing.

Artist - Chikanobu (1838 - 1912)

Image Size - 13 7/8" x 27 1/2"

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Three separate panels, backed with paper. Faint toning at edges, slight soiling, one small spot. Please see photos for details.