Antique Framed Print : Old Japanese Matchbox label with a red mandolin with birds
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Old Japanese Matchbox label with a red mandolin with birds
Old Japanese Matchbox label with a red mandolin with birds made by M. Naoki in Japan Date: c. 1910s
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Media ID 14390440
© Sam Hew
Fashioned Instrument Instruments Label Labels Mandolin Match Matchbox Matchboxes Matches Safety Musical
21"x16" (54x41cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 15x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 21x16 inches (54x41cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.5cm x 37.1cm (9.6" x 14.6")
Estimated Product Size is 41.4cm x 54cm (16.3" x 21.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "A Musical Journey Through Time: An Old Japanese Matchbox Label Featuring a Red Mandolin with Birds by M. Naoki (circa 1910s)" This vintage photograph showcases an exquisite matchbox label, crafted by the renowned Japanese artist M. Naoki during the early 1900s. The label, adorned with a vibrant red mandolin and graceful birds, is a stunning example of the intricate and artistic designs that emerged during the height of the matchbox label industry in Japan. The label, which once graced the exterior of a matchbox, is a testament to the international influence and cultural exchange that characterized the early 20th century. The mandolin, a popular musical instrument in Europe and the Americas, was likely adopted as a fashionable motif by Japanese artists and manufacturers to appeal to a global audience. M. Naoki's illustration of the mandolin is rendered in meticulous detail, with the instrument's intricate wood grain and strings depicted with great care. The birds, perched elegantly on the mandolin, add a whimsical touch to the design and further enhance its charm. The label also bears the hallmarks of the safety match era, with the words "International Safety Matches" inscribed at the bottom. This indicates that the matches contained within the box adhered to the latest safety standards, which were introduced in the late 1800s to prevent accidental ignition. This Old Japanese Matchbox Label with a Red Mandolin with Birds by M. Naoki is a fascinating glimpse into the past, offering a glimpse into the rich history of matchbox label art and the international exchange of ideas and influences that shaped it.
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