Signed, A Game Of Dakyu, Gouache On Silk
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Signed, A Game Of Polo, Gouache On Silk. Date: Circa 1950. Stamp in lower left corner. Writing in upper right. Depicting people playing Dakyu. This game is where players on horseback are divided into two teams, and strive to be the first to get balls on the field into their own team goals by using Giccho (a long-wooded stick). Dakyu is a game that came from China, though it is uncertain when it was introduced. According to "Manyoshu" (Collection of Ten THousand Leaves) Vol. 6, royal princes and their retainers gathered to play Dakyu at Kasugano in the New Year 727. Framed in good vintage condition. Overall Size: 36 1/8 x 66 5/8 in. Sight Size: 33 x 63 1/2 in. #1904
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