Bidspirit auction | MID 19TH CENTURY JAPANESE WOODBLOCK-PRINTED

MID 19TH CENTURY JAPANESE WOODBLOCK-PRINTED WORLD MAP - The woodblock-printed sheet comprising twin hemispheric world projections together with north and south polar maps includes a map of Japan and extensive explanatory kanbun text panels. Sight size measures 50.5 x 11.5 with a framed size of 57 x 17.5 inches. Without proof of exemption, be aware that internet sales tax applies to all Internet transactions and local sales tax may apply to local pick-up transactions. We happily provide seamless in-house packing and shipping services on nearly everything we sell. Until further notice, we cannot offer international shipping in-house. Dimensions Sight size measures 50.5 x 11.5 with a framed size of 57 x 17.5 inches. Condition Apparently the condition is very good, very clean, intact, no visible stain, damage, repair, punctures or tears. This work has not been examined outside the frame. Provenance Provenance: The estate of John Adair Jr. (1942-2025), founder and proprietor of Kurofune Antiques, Tokyo (est. 1978). A world-renowned destination for Japanese basketry, prints and furniture, Kurofune was a landmark destination featured in The New York Times, The New Yorker, and The Wall Street Journal.