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Old View of The Ancient Castle of Nagagusko, Ryukyu Islands, Japan, 1856

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Description: Antique print titled ‘Ancient Castle of Na-Ga-Gus-Ko, Lew Chew‘. View of the ancient castle of Nagagusko, Ryukyu Islands, Japan. This print originates from 'Narrative of the expedition of an American squadron to the China seas and Japan, performed in the years 1852, 1853, and 1854, under the command of Commodore M.C. Perry (..)' by Francis L. Hawks. Artists and Engravers: Lithographs after W. Heine and E. Brown. Condition: Good, general age-related toning. Stain in right margin, small hole next to image. Blank verso. Please study image carefully.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 8.67 in (22 cm)Width: 11.42 in (29 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.02 mm)
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    1856
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  • Seller Location:
    Langweer, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: PCT-6055A 1stDibs: LU3054326613492
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