17pc Collection of Meiji Period Japanese Noto Province Calligraphy Documents

A collection of Japanese ephemera from the Meiji era, primarily originating from the Noto Province and Fugeshi District in what is now Ishikawa Prefecture. The grouping consists of multiple unmounted washi paper sheets featuring handwritten legal and financial text in running and cursive scripts, including land sale certificates and contracts. Several documents bear official markings, including a square orange revenue stamp printed with characters for one sen and Great Japan Imperial Post, accompanied by a circular red cinnabar seal. Dates visible on the manuscripts include Meiji 15 (1882) and Meiji 19 (1886). The collection also features numerous personal and official red ink seals of various rectangular and circular forms used to authenticate the historical transactions. Dimensions: 7.25"W x 11.25"H Weight: 1 oz. Condition Request Condition Report Good

Estimate:£15.07

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