(JAPAN COOKERY) Group of manuscript items relating to foo

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(JAPAN -- COOKERY.) Group of manuscript items relating to food preparation. Japan, eighteenth century

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Manuscript volume of approximately 190 pages illustrating cooking methods and presentation. 5x7 1/2 inches, original stitched embossed blue wrappers, moderate wear; scattered dampstain and small worm track; circa 1780.

Ink and watercolor scroll on thin paper showing illustrations of miso, radish and pickled dishes to be prepared for feudal lords before going into battle. 7 1/2x129 inches; excellent condition; Kyoho 5 (1720).

Manuscript text scroll explaining various dishes, including preparations for prisoners prior to their execution. 7 3/4x87 inches; minor edge wear; Kyoho 17 (1732).