Bidspirit auction | A 19C. WOODBLOCK-PRINTED JAPANESE SUGOROKU

A 19C. WOODBLOCK-PRINTED JAPANESE SUGOROKU BOARD GAME - Overview of All Nations' Commerce Sugoroku Game Circa 1869 The central panoramic view of 'black ships' in the recently opened treaty port of Yokohama is surrounded by imagery from foreign nations, plus exotic beasts, and industrial inventions before, in the manner of chutes and ladders, reaching the goal at the modern port of Yokohama. Attributed to Utagawa Yoshitora (Active ca. 1836-1880) Image measures 18 x 26.5 with a framed size of 25 x 33.75 inches. Without proof of exemption, be aware that internet sales tax applies to all Internet transactions and local sales tax may apply to local pick-up transactions. We happily provide seamless in-house packing and shipping services on nearly everything we sell. Until further notice, we cannot offer international shipping in-house. Dimensions Image measures 18 x 26.5 with a framed size of 25 x 33.75 inches. Condition Good condition noting scattered foxing and light toning along the sheet joints. Provenance The estate of John Adair Jr. (1942-2025), founder and proprietor of Kurofune Antiques in Tokyo (est. 1978), a world-renowned destination for Japanese basketry, prints and furniture featured in The New York Times, The New Yorker, and The Wall Street Journal.