Lot 783
1860s Map of Yokohama. Japanese block print picturing a topical view of Yokohama, Japan, circa 1860s. On rice paper. Sheet size: 36½ x 20½". This colorful display piece details the island settlement and surrounding waterways which had only been opened since 1859. On the island, foreign presence is indicated by international flags that have been pictured over several buildings. A variety of ships sail off the coast, easily identifiable by their flags. Interestingly, a couple of the ships seem to be burning as they appear engulfed with plumes of smoke. Six horizontal and one vertical fold, a few light stains and toning. Still, in very good condition for such an unusual map.
Estimated Value $250 - 350.
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| Realized $230 |
