The Japan Punch (April 1876)

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[Important Early English Language Satirical Periodical Published in Meiji Japan]. Newspaper type format (10 x 14 1/2 in - 25.5 x 36.5 cm), April, 1876, string tied, woodblock printed on good quality paper paper, illustrated cover and 10 pages with no back cover. The month of October is handwritten rather than printed. Numerous satirical drawings with commentaries by Wirgman relevant to foreign residents in Meiji Japan. This issue contains two drawings which refer to the Grand Hotel in Yokohama. ~ Condition. The periodical is in Fair condition. The string ties are present but loose. The pages are clean and free of staining, foxing and toning. The paper is supple. There is insect damage internally (worm hole appearing areas). The upper and lower left corners are badly chewed. Approximately 1 1/2 inches of paper are missing at both corners. I find only one page where this actually cuts into the text/image are of a page however. ~~ More information, to include digital pictures, available on request. N° de ref. del artículo 1876050832c

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