This listing is for an antique Japanese book titled Gasoku Yobun. The Japanese title is 雅俗要文. It is a traditional Japanese educational and literary work associated with Kyokutei Bakin.
Title: Gasoku Yobun
Japanese Title: 雅俗要文
Author: Kyokutei Bakin
Language: Japanese
Country of Origin: Japan
Format: Traditional Japanese Wakahon
Subject: Japanese Language and Literature
The book contains traditional vertically written Japanese text with reading marks and annotations. It represents the style of educational and literary books used in historical Japan.
The contents are of particular interest for collectors studying classical Japanese language, historical education, calligraphy, old Japanese printing and traditional book culture.
Height: Approx 18 cm
Width: Approx 12 cm
Thickness: Approx 1.5 cm
Number of Leaves: Approx 115
This is an antique book with substantial age related wear. The cover has fading, rubbing, discoloration and areas of surface loss. The original title label also shows considerable wear.
The pages have foxing, stains, discoloration and other signs of long term storage. There may be small creases, edge wear and minor damage associated with age.
Please examine all photographs carefully before purchasing. The photographs are an important part of the condition description.
A suitable item for collectors of Japanese wakahon, antique Japanese books, Kyokutei Bakin related material, classical Japanese literature, historical educational books and traditional Japanese printing.
The item will be carefully packed for international shipping. Tracking will be provided.