Japanese Leporello Illustration Book Filled with Toba-E 鳥羽絵 Shunga 春画 Paintings
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Japanese Leporello Illustration Book Filled with Toba-E 鳥羽絵 Shunga 春画 Paintings
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- Dimensions:Height: 0.91 in (2.3 cm)Width: 7.17 in (18.2 cm)Depth: 5.56 in (14.1 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:1912-1926
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. In a very good condition with some traces of wear conform age, like browning/foxing. Please look at the photos for a condition reference.
- Seller Location:Amsterdam, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: B41131stDibs: LU7165234519542
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