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Once upon a time in Japan

JA October 31

A few finds from the wonderful archives of Pink Tentacle (if Japanese art, design and robotics float your boat, I very much suggest you take a tour).

First up, 19th century medical woodblock prints, via the University of California.

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Hōsō-e talisman print to ward off smallpox, artist unknown, circa 1849.

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Eye, ear, nose and hand, Ochiai Yoshiiku, circa 1865.



And late 19th and early 20th century ads for beer and cigarettes:

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Ad for Dai Nippon Brewery Company, 1912.

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Ad for Urara Cigarettes, 1932.

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Ad for Yebisu Beer, 1930.


 

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by phill
01 Nov 10 at 15:59

Absolutely gorgeous finds, Jess. (:

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