Antique Fold-Out Illustrated Book, Japanese, Woodblock Print, Linen, Meiji, 1900
Our Stock # 18.9223
This is an antique fold-out illustrated book. A Japanese, woodblock print on linen concertina collection of full-colour scenes, dating to the Meiji period, circa 1900.
- Striking when fully extended, with an abundance of fine detail to both sides
- Displays a desirable aged patina and in good original order
- Sheets of linen bound on a fine canvas with multiple concertina folds
- Decorative bound cover to front and rear, the front accentuated with a red inset
- Twelve pages per side host wonderful figural scenes in the woodblock print tradition
- Each page in full colour, with vibrant hues and fine detail
- Japanese characters adorn the left-hand edge of each scene, with a small boxout to top right
- Can be read individually, or carefully extended to a length of 254cm (100'')
This is a delightful antique fold-out illustrated book, astonishing when fully extended to take in the quality and colour of each scene. Perfect for the collector of fine Japanese decorative arts. Delivered ready to enjoy.
Dimensions:
Max Width: 18.5cm (7.25'')
Max Depth: 1.5cm (.5'')
Max Height: 24.5cm (9.75'')
Fully Extended: 254cm (100'')
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