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Takezawa Toji
Takezawa Toji
Takezawa Toji

Takezawa Toji

Artist (born Edo, Japan, 1798 ; died Japan, 1861)
Datemid 1840s
MediumWoodblock print
DimensionsOverall: 14 3/8 x 9 3/8 in. (36.5 x 23.8 cm)
Mat Overall: 20 x 16 in. (50.8 x 40.6 cm)
ClassificationsPrint
Credit LineGift of Mrs. James W. Lyon
Terms
  • figurative
  • Woodblock print
Object number1971.129.7
DescriptionImage of a performer who was famous for spinning tops. He is shown at left in an elaborately patterned garment spinning a top on his right hand. He stands next to a water spout with tops in it.
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