Three Sumo Wrestlers, Nakajima Raishō, 1820s–1850s
Nakajima RaishôJapanese, 1796–1871

Three Sumo Wrestlers

1820s–1850s · Print · 38.1 × 48.9 cm

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Where is “Three Sumo Wrestlers” now? Collection: Minneapolis Institute of Art, Minneapolis. Not on view at present. Checked September 29, 2026.

Minneapolis Institute of Art

Minneapolis, United States

It belongs to the collection, but is not on display at present.

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About the work

Since all the poems included in this print refer to things associated with autumn, it must have commemorated a sumo match held that season. The large wrestler is getting dressed in a red and white ceremonial apron, which is worn for a ritual performed by ranking wrestlers before the day's bouts begin. Another wrestler of lower rank helps him secure the apron. Wrestlers are ranked by their achievements in a tournament and could lose their rank if they underperform.

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P.77.27.144

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