[KAWARABAN - TRADING SCENE AFTER THE ANSEI TREATIES IN 1858].

御貿易場. [On bōekiba].
[The Trading Ground]

[Japan]. Ansei 6 [ 1859]. Stock ID #177810

Black and white woodblock kawaraban published in two joined sheets, 35 x 70cm. Washi repair on reverse close to join, occasional small holes at edges, a little thinning in places but overall very good.

This foreign trade kawaraban was published in January 1859, soon after the Ansei Treaties were finalised between Japan and five Western countries, the USA, Britain, France, Holland and Russia. The text explains how the treaties operate with the countries and which lords are responsible for trading activities. The illustration shows numerous foreign ships off the shore with their sails and flags. Many foreign sailors (Russian?) are depicted unloading curios and trading goods from rowing boats onto a harbour in Yokohama. Some vases, elephant tasks and other objects are brought to the shore, while three Japanese officials are watching. The artist's detailed observation of this lively scene is clearly demonstrated in this fine illustration.

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Price: $1,350.00 AU

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