Comments - Unusual scene of ladies of the Imperial court viewing a rice planting ceremony. The women are gathered beneath a striped canopy at right, while at left, several beauties play drums and flutes. A row of identically dressed women stand in the flooded field holding rice plants, ready to put them into the ground. Two farmers are plowing in the field beyond, and another walks along the embankment with a yoke of his shoulder. The first time we've seen this intriguing subject.

Artist - Chikanobu (1838 - 1912)

Image Size - 14 1/8" x 18 7/8" + margins as shown

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Two separate panels. A few small tears at edges, a couple holes, repaired. Creasing throughout, slight soiling, a few stains. Please see photos for details.