Lot # 80: 1902 Sumo Woodblock Print with Named Rikishi (Wrestlers)

Category: Sumo

Starting Bid: $75.00

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Item was in Auction "Auction 51 Ended 3/17/2017",
which ran from 2/22/2017 1:00 AM to
3/16/2017 11:00 PM



This striking color print features 20 images of sumo rikishi (wrestlers), a referee and an announcer. Front and back images of each person are presented. The names of the rikishi are printed in Japanese on the front images. Three rikishi who were promoted to the ozeki rank (second highest) have been identified as Umegatani II, Hitachiyama and Kunimiyama. There is also a large image of a dojo.

Size: 9 1/2" x 13 3/4"

Condition: Some ink staining and splattering on the back. A horizontal crease across the center. Overall Vg/Ex.

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