Tori-no-Ichi Fair
- Medium:
- Woodblock print
- Edition:
- Self-printed
- Source:
- Art of Japan
Description
The Tori-no-Ichi fair — the traditional autumn market held at Otori Shrine on the days of the rooster in November, famous for its kumade (decorative rakes) sold as charms for good fortune — is Senpan's subject in this print. The Tori-no-Ichi was one of the great commercial festivals of old Tokyo, its raucous markets and elaborate kumade vendors creating a scene of urban festivity that Senpan could render with the bold, energetic figural composition that was his specialty. The festival's combination of sacred ritual, commerce, and popular celebration made it an ideal subject.
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Featured in Collections
Curated cross-cuts that include this print.
Frequently Asked Questions
Tori-no-Ichi Fair was created by Maekawa Senpan (前川千帆).
Tori-no-Ichi Fair depicts urban scenes, temples & shrines, and market scenes.