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July, 1978 – Gion Festival Float in Kyoto
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July, 1978 – Gion Festival Float in Kyoto

Artist (Japanese, 1929–2003)
Date1977
Mediumhand stencil-dyed print, ink and color on handmade kozo paper
ClassificationsPrints
Credit LineGift from the Judith and Paul A. Falcigno Collection
Object number2010.195.8
DescriptionBegun in the 9th century, the Gion Matsuri is one of Japan’s most important festivals. The event reaches its peak when elaborate, mountain-sized floats depicting feudal history are drawn through the streets of Kyoto by teams of ten to twenty people. The festival runs from July 17th to 24th.
Label TextBegun in the 9th century, the Gion Matsuri is one of Japan’s most important festivals. The event reaches its peak when elaborate, mountain-sized floats depicting feudal history are drawn through the streets of Kyoto by teams of ten to twenty people. The festival runs from July 17th to 24th.ProvenancePaul A. Falcigno and Judy Mansfield, Hamden, CT
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