Japanese Four Antique Buddhist SACRED SUTRAS Woodblock Prints 1878, Frameable #1
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Japan Four Antique Buddhist Sutras Woodblock Prints, from an original book dated 1878, Immediately Frameable #1
Printed on handmade washi, mulberry paper.
Dated to Meiji 11 (1878) originally found in Tokyo, Japan
These rare woodblock printed calligraphy leaves illustrate genuine sacred sutras – solemn Buddhist chants or orations- that would have been performed in sacred temples and shrines back in 19th century Japan. Even today Sutras are timeless and are performed in modern day. Each leaf would have been originally hand written in beautiful Buddhist calligraphic Kanji script. from which woodblocks would have been hand carved to print small mulberry paper book editions. This original leaf from an original hand scroll may be considered scarce as we have only seen a handful of these rare artifact survivors.
These original antique prints were rescued from a rare original book. Each was folded and inserted accordion style so you may notice normal and original fold lines and authentic old toning.- good signs of their great age.
All prints measure 6.5 inches by 17 inches. They come individually and safely placed on wrapped protective foam core boards with full label descriptions on back
A total of four (4) prints included.
Provenance: an old Tokyo, Japan collection
Extraordinary treasure find. Instant collection, may be individually framed.
Good gift idea.
You will love these prints.
Lifetime Guarantee of Authenticity. All our Asian works of art are accompanied by our lifetime guarantee of authenticity.
We have been dealing in authentic Japanese and Chinese Fine art, antiquities, garden ornaments, lanterns and water basins for 25 years. The president personally travels to Japan and China each year to meet his network partners who assist him in finding best examples. He personally inspects each antique work of art to ensure its old age, authenticity and quality condition. After accumulating a group, they are imported to Vermont and Maine in large containers. This method keeps shipping costs low and enables us to offer them to you at reasonable prices. We carefully pack and ship to clients all-over the USA and at reasonable shipping costs.
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