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Sumo Wrestler Tossing a Foreigner, 1st month, 1861. Creator: Utagawa Yoshiiku
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Sumo Wrestler Tossing a Foreigner, 1st month, 1861. Creator: Utagawa Yoshiiku
Sumo Wrestler Tossing a Foreigner, 1st month, 1861
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East Meets West Funny Ink And Colour On Paper Sumo Wrestler Sumo Wrestling Utagawa Utagawa Yoshiiku West Western Westerner Yokohama Yokohama E Yoshiiku Yoshiiku Utagawa Metaphor Polychrome Woodblock Print
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This polychrome woodblock print, titled "Sumo Wrestler Tossing a Foreigner" transports us back to the vibrant streets of 19th century Japan during the Edo period. Created by Utagawa Yoshiiku, a renowned artist from the ukiyo-e artistic school, this piece showcases an intriguing encounter between East and West. In this scene, we witness a comical clash as a robust sumo wrestler effortlessly tosses a bewildered Westerner into the air. The exaggerated expressions and dynamic movement captured in ink and color on paper bring this humorous moment to life. This artwork not only reflects the popularity of sumo wrestling as a traditional Japanese sport but also serves as a metaphor for the cultural exchange occurring in Yokohama at that time. As one gazes upon this heritage art piece housed within The Metropolitan Museum of Art (The Met), it is impossible not to appreciate its historical significance. It offers us glimpses into an era when Japan was opening up to foreign influences while still cherishing its own traditions. Through Utagawa Yoshiiku's masterful craftsmanship, we are transported to an enchanting world where East meets West with both curiosity and humor. This woodblock print stands as testament to the enduring power of art in capturing moments that transcend time and borders.
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