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Estimate: $ 700 - $ 1,000
DESIGNER UNKNOWN
"NAGOYA - JAPAN." Circa 1930s.
36x25 inches, 91 1/2x63 1/2 cm. Isseisha Printer, Nagoya. Condition A-: small replaced losses in corners; small repaired tears and printing ink at edges; creases, abrasions and minor restoration in outer image.
A rare poster issued for the domestic Japanese market, promoting tourism to the historic city of Nagoya. The poster shows the famous Nagoya Castle overlapping the character for "Spring," with a subtle silhouette of cherry blossoms at the left side. During the Edo period (1603-1868), Nagoya Castle was at the heart of one of the most important strategic towns in Central Japan, located on two important trading routes. By the 20th century, the castle was no longer considered of military or strategic importance and ownership was transferred to the City of Nagoya. The castle and grounds were opened to the public for the first time in February, 1931. The poster was issued by Nagoya Chamber of Commerce & Industry and the Nagoya Tourism Bureau.
