The 48 Winning Techniques in Sumo Selected by Horai Sanjin. Illustrated by Utagawa Kuniyasu.
[Japan] Wonderful, woodblock printed book illustrating the forty-eight official moves that were permitted in sumo bouts. Though undated, this book appears to match the copy held by the British Library.
[Edo]. Eijudo. ND (c1840s).
15 leaves. 17.6 x 11.3cm.
In very good condition. Minor wear and fading to covers. Title slip with minor loss. Previous owner's name (Kawabata) neatly written inside rear cover and on final page. Otherwise very good. b35021344
