Comments - Terrific depiction of a raucous New Year's celebration, with people gathered around a low table piled with food and drink, including a platter with a large fish on it. At lower right, a beauty plays the shamisen as the two men beside her play a hand game called ken. At lower right, a tray holds a kagami mochi or mirror rice cake adorned with a lobster and greenery. The kagami mochi is used as a holiday decoration, then broken open and eaten in a traditional Shinto rite in January. Barrels of sake are stacked behind it. Small figures with kanji characters in place of faces dance about the room, waving fans. A charming design with a wealth of interesting detail.

Artist - Meiji era artist (not read)

Image Size - 13 3/4" x 18 5/8" + bottom margin as shown

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Two attached panels, backed with paper. Loss along bottom margin of left panel, a couple tiny losses at edge, repaired. Slight soiling, a few stains. Please note, due to the size, this print may be shipped rolled. Please see photos for details.