Japan Sumo Wrestlers Rikishi Gyoji Referee Ceremonial Apron Vtg. Photo 19thC.
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Japan Sumo Wrestlers Rikishi Gyoji Referee Ceremonial Apron Vtg. Photo 19thC.
£10.00
Japan Sumo Wrestlers Rikishi Gyoji Referee Ceremonial Apron Vtg. Photo 19thC.
This quality reprint of a vintage photo shows four sumo wrestlers, known as rikishi, stand in ceremonial aprons (keshÅ-mawashi) behind a seated referee (gyÅji). This photograph captures the traditional world of sumo during Japan's Meiji period. The gyÅji, holding a gunbai (war fan), not only officiates matches but also presides over important rituals. The elaborate keshÅ-mawashi are worn specifically for the ring-entering ceremony (dohyÅ-iri), showcasing the wrestler's status and the sport's rich heritage.
Shipping Details
We ship worldwide from the UK. There is no additional charge for extra prints.
Print Details
• Prints measure 10x8 inches (25x20cms).
• Prints are produced on premium quality, archival photo paper with an attractive lustre finish.
• Fade resistant museum quality inks.
• Sharp, clear reproduction - taken directly from a high resolution scan of the original image.
• Printed without borders as standard.
• Minor cropping may occur due to format differences.
• White borders will be added on two sides if cropping would lose important details.
• If you have a strong preference for either option, please tell us when ordering.
• Prints are produced on premium quality, archival photo paper with an attractive lustre finish.
• Fade resistant museum quality inks.
• Sharp, clear reproduction - taken directly from a high resolution scan of the original image.
• Printed without borders as standard.
• Minor cropping may occur due to format differences.
• White borders will be added on two sides if cropping would lose important details.
• If you have a strong preference for either option, please tell us when ordering.
Perfect For
• Framing and display
• Gifts for history lovers
• Historical collections
• Personal research
• Gifts for history lovers
• Historical collections
• Personal research
Please note - commercial, editorial or other such use is expressly forbidden