(JAPAN -- PERRY.) Fine manuscript map of Commodore Perry's Black Ship squadron entering...
(JAPAN -- PERRY.) Fine manuscript map of Commodore Perry's Black Ship squadron entering Edo Bay. Ink and watercolor on two sheets of thin mulberry joined. 15 1/4x20 1/4 inches; old folds, excellent condition. Japan, circa 1853
Estimate $2,500 - 3,500
together with: 19-page manuscript sketchbook containing 15 full-page ink and watercolor sketches of Perry's ship, marines, coastal views, and sea creatures. 8vo format, 9 1/2x6 3/4 inches, original stitched grey paper wrappers.
Price Realized (with Buyer's Premium) $3,000
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(JAPAN -- PERRY.) Fine manuscript map of Commodore Perry's Black Ship squadron entering Edo Bay. Ink and watercolor on two sheets of thin mulberry joined. 15 1/4x20 1/4 inches; old folds, excellent condition. Japan, circa 1853
Estimate $2,500 - 3,500
together with: 19-page manuscript sketchbook containing 15 full-page ink and watercolor sketches of Perry's ship, marines, coastal views, and sea creatures. 8vo format, 9 1/2x6 3/4 inches, original stitched grey paper wrappers.
Price Realized (with Buyer's Premium) $3,000
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