antique japanese map : shichi handky Spirit retains all the quality

Spirit retains all the quality

and gentle on the skin

this print by Sugimura (1681-1700) depicts a woman dressed in a kimono decorated with chrysanthemum

it carries a legacy of over 850 years

antique japanese map : shichi handky Spirit retains all the qualityWhen is a map not just a map? When it's an antique hand drawn ordinance map made from meticulously pieced washi paper. In a world of digital mapping this land distribution map of a village in Iwate, Japan, will bring joy to those who appreciate the restrained beauty of architectural plans, blueprints, and original historical drawings. These maps are over 100 years old and have been folded and refolded many times. They each show individual signs of