Wrestlers Kajigahama Rikiemon and Sekinoto Hachiroji, with the Umpire Kimura Shonosuke, 1785. Creator: Shunsho

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Wrestlers Kajigahama Rikiemon and Sekinoto Hachiroji, with the Umpire Kimura Shonosuke, 1785. Creator: Shunsho

Wrestlers Kajigahama Rikiemon and Sekinoto Hachiroji, with the Umpire Kimura Shonosuke, 1785

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1780s Katsukawa School Katsukawa Shunshō Katsumiyagawa Yusuke Loin Cloth Loincloth Mawashi Miyagawa Shunsho Miyakawa Shunsho Opponent Pastel Pushing Rival Rivalry Shunsho Shunsho Katsukawa Shunsho Miyagawa Shunsho Miyakawa Sumo Wrestler Sumo Wrestling Umpire

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This woodblock print, titled "Wrestlers Kajigahama Rikiemon and Sekinoto Hachiroji, with the Umpire Kimura Shonosuke," dates back to the 1780s in Japan and was created by the renowned artist Shunsho, a master of the Katsukawa School. The print, which is an Ooban double oban size, showcases the vibrant colors and intricate details that characterize the Ukiyo-e art form. The central focus of the composition is the intense rivalry between two sumo wrestlers, Kajigahama Rikiemon and Sekinoto Hachiroji, as they engage in a fierce push-and-shove match. Both wrestlers are dressed in traditional mawashi, or loincloths, which are tied around their waists and leave little to the imagination. The wrestlers' muscular physiques and determined expressions convey the raw power and intensity of sumo wrestling, a popular sport in Japan during the eighteenth century. The umpire, Kimura Shonosuke, stands to the side, observing the match with a serious expression. He wears a pastel-colored robe and a tall, conical hat, signifying his role as an impartial judge in the wrestling match. The use of color in the print is masterful, with the bright red and blue of the wrestlers' mawashi contrasting against the muted tones of the background. This beautiful and historic print is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of Japan and the artistry of Shunsho. It is currently housed in the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, where it continues to inspire and captivate audiences from around the world.

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