Japanese Summer Festival Float with Taiko Drum Woodblock Poster
A festival float crowned with a golden phoenix rolls through a summer matsuri, taiko drum and festival-goers in happi coats. Kiyoshi Ikezumi’s 1950 woodblock bursts with color.
Description
This joyful print shows a decorated dashi float carrying a big taiko drum marked with the festival character, pulled by figures in teal happi coats. Pink and gold streamers, lanterns and a phoenix finial complete the celebration. A lively poster for festival lovers and fans of Japanese folk culture.
