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Kanban, Japanese Shop Sign, Meiji Period, 1868-1912
$1,650
£1,261.51
€1,453.01
CA$2,312.16
A$2,581.30
CHF 1,352.56
MX$31,597.70
NOK 17,177.59
SEK 16,196.28
DKK 10,843.95
About the Item
This 19th century Japanese Pharmacy sign advertises a popular stomach medicine, Aifu from the Juwa Co. in Osaka. The hand-painted registered trademark of the world looking through binoculars is characteristic of the International point of view during the Meiji period evoking a sense of modernity.
Black lacquer, gold leaf and poly chrome on wood, Meiji period 1868 -1912
Measure: 19" high x 35 1/2" wide.
- Dimensions:Height: 19 in (48.26 cm)Width: 35.5 in (90.17 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
- Style:Meiji (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1868-1912
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Camden, ME
- Reference Number:Seller: App 6311stDibs: LU898410460843
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