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Auction 152, Lot 632

"[Japanese Pocket Map of Tokyo]", Anon.

Subject: Tokyo, Japan

Period: 1861 (circa)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
34.9 x 24.8 inches
88.6 x 63 cm
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This colorful and highly detailed map of Tokyo shows streets, docks, waterways and bridges. It is centered on the Imperial Palace (Chiyoda Castle) and Asakusa Sensoji (Tokyo’s oldest temple) and identifies many other buildings, temples, and shrines. Adorned by two traditional sailing boats occupying the Sumida River. Includes a 5 x 13" extension at right. Blank verso with color bleed-through. A fascinating work of Japanese craftsmanship.

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Condition: B

Issued folding with several fold separations resulting in minor loss primarily at bottom left closed on verso with archival material. There are a few small stains and some minor abrasions from use.

Estimate: $350 - $450

Sold for: $275

Closed on 2/18/2015

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