Sumo Wrestler with a Dragon and Wave Print Apron, 1908

by Meiji era artist (not read)

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Sumo Wrestler with a Dragon and Wave Print Apron, 1908 by Meiji era artist (not read)

Original Meiji era Japanese Woodblock Print
Sumo Wrestler with a Dragon and Wave Print Apron, 1908

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Sumo Wrestler with a Dragon and Wave Print Apron, 1908 - Handsome portrait of a sumo wrestler posing in the ring, wearing a purple ceremonial apron patterned with writing and a dragon emerging from splashing waves, and trimmed with fringe. A nice subject for a collector interesting in the ancient sport of sumo. Dated Meiji 41 (1908) in left margin.

Artist - Meiji era artist (not read)

Image Size - 14" x 8 1/2" + left margin as shown

Condition - This print with good color and detail as shown. Horizontal and vertical folds. A few small holes, repaired. Creasing, slight soiling, slight ink offsetting along fold. Please see photos for details.

Sumo Wrestler with a Dragon and Wave Print Apron, 1908 by Meiji era artist (not read)
Sumo Wrestler with a Dragon and Wave Print Apron, 1908 by Meiji era artist (not read)

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