Shinpan jinbutsu koamote: Woodblock (Latin) alphabet. Japan, 1873., 1873

Item — Box: OS Box 1

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Scope and Contents

From the Collection:

This collection contains printed ephemera and manuscripts relating primarily to the printing trade. The materials described here constitute only a portion of the printing ephemera in the collection. The organization and description of the materials are ongoing, and researchers are advised to consult Special Collections staff.

Dates

1873

Conditions Governing Access

Materials are open to research.

Extent

1 items

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

From the Collection: Dutch; Flemish

From the Collection: French

From the Collection: Russian

Additional Description

Immediate Source of Acquisition

Accession # 2023-01-09-002

Dimensions

36.3 x 24.5 cm

General

Printed in five colors, Latin alphabet made from anthromorphic figures and "scary faces" ("koamote"). Four medallions at the bottom of the page depict white foreigners. Possibly intended for use as a toy after cutting out the letters.