Sumo Wrestler Portraits - Portraits of top sumo wrestlers were popular during the Edo and Meiji eras. These elite athletes are typically shown during the ring entering ceremony, wearing a sumo belt called a "kesho-mawashi" that opens into an embroidered apron trimmed with fringe. The figures appear standing in the ring, striking a bold pose or stamping their feet as part of the ceremony. Some portraits show the wrestlers in daily life, often carrying a robe over their shoulders. These handsome, nicely detailed designs are a great choice for a collector interested in this ancient Japanese sport.
Artist - Kunisada II (1823 - 1880)
Image Size - 14" x 9 3/4" + margins as shown
Condition - This print with excellent detail as shown. Small hole, repaired. Slight toning, soiling, and creasing. Please see photos for details. Good overall.
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