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1890214188東京. Tokyo.: 大倉四郎兵衛. Ōkura Shirobei. Meiji 23 1890. Attractive scarce hand coloured map 50 x 70cm folded 16.5 x 9cm original upper cover with paper title label a little marked small mark in margin minor wear a very good and attractive copy. This 1890 map of Tokyo depicts an expanding metropolitan city during the mid-Meiji period. The Royal Palace is prominently marked in the centre in a shade of red. Major shrines and temples are highlighted in green while rivers along with some illustrations of sailing boats are represented in blue. Larger sailing ships possibly of foreign origin can be seen approaching Tokyo port. Ward names are indicated in red and red lines delineate the ward and county borders. The map provides detailed town names and streets. . 大倉四郎兵衛. [Ōkura Shirobei]. unknown
1855154076Edo. 1855. Volume 5 only. 4 double page black and white woodblocks from copper engravings 18 folded leaves some worming throughout original wrappers considerably worn and wormed with a little loss. A reading copy only of the 5th and last volume of 米利幹新誌 巻之５ New Account of America. 1853 the year the first volume of this set was published was the year Commodore Matthew Perry's American fleet came to Uraga Bay. The four illustrations show: the UK fleet attacking the US port the US volunteers fighting to regain the territories taken by the Western forces a scene of the city of Boston and a family having lunch together. <br> <br>This set deals with the geography and history of North and South America. The author was well-known for his ready reception of western ideas. His work "Gogaku shinsho" is one the first books of Japanese grammar based on Western grammatical rules and conceptions . unknown
1893214562大阪. Osaka.: 福井榮之助. Fukui Einosuke. Meiji 26 1893. Handcoloured folding engraving 37.5 x 51cm. A prior owner's name is recorded in brush strokes down the left margin. Few small washi repaired tears two old repaired tears on the reverse some occasional browning particularly at centre fold light staining upper margin intruding a little into the printed image. Overall an attractive copy. Scarce. Lieutenant Colonel Fukushima Yasumasa 1852 – 1919 undertook a remarkable solo horseback expedition across Eurasia in 1892. Starting in Poland he traversed Russia and Siberia on his journey. Stationed in Berlin as a military attaché in 1887 he was tasked with researching the Trans-Siberian Railway under construction by Russia. His successful expedition was followed by further explorations in India and the Balkan Peninsula.<br><br>This sheet divided into 24 illustrated panels narrates Fukushima's story from his youth to his triumphant return after the expedition. Filled with adventure the story depicts his encounters with both danger and excitement. The narrative unfolds in a clockwise direction starting from the bottom right corner similar to a sugoroku game which this may be but it is uncertain. The central panel featuring a newly erected statue represents the final goal of his journey. Each panel is accompanied by a caption that furthers the story. . 福井榮之助. [Fukui Einosuke]. unknown
1854177799Japan. Circa1854. Black and white woodblock kawaraban printed on two joined sheets vertical central crease 41 x 63cm a little worming mainly on margins and repaired with paper on the reverse a little light browning but still presents very well. This kawaraban reports on how foreign visitors from the United States and Russia were treated in order to keep the peace and safety of God's country Japan. <br> <br>It reports that foreigners had arrived in Uraga this being the time of the second visit of Perry to Japan in 1854. The kawaraban goes on to list official gifts from the Shogunate to the President and his delegation members from the United States as well as to the Russian delegation. The gifts include lacquer boxes silk textiles as well as rice and chickens for the crew. <br> <br>The attractive black and white image at the foot of the report depicts a meeting in Yokohama at which a high ranking Tokugawa official received foreign visitors. The visitors are shown prostrating themselves in the open outdoor space in front of the building where the official sits. . unknown
1853218506Japan. Circa1853. Black and white woodblock kawaraban 17.7 x 24cm In this kawaraban the American crew are assembled ready to board their rowing boats in anticipation of being transferred to their sailing ships. A group of American crew with pointed hats are in the middle while Japanese guards with black hats in an area surrounded by screens guard them at fore and rear. Numerous boats are ready on the beach with flags fluttering. . unknown
1898218770大阪. Osaka.: 山口新三. Yamaguchi Shinzo. Meiji 31 1898. Black and white map 20 x 27cm together with two colour photolithographic prints each with a light vertical central crease 39.2 x 54.5cm. Very good. This collection consists of three items — two colour prints and a map—related to the Army Training Exercise held in Osaka in 1898. They are titled: <br> <br>Daienshū jicchi sentōga 大演習実地戦闘画 <br>Daienshū shūryō no zu 大演習終了之図 and <br>Daienshū sentōga furoku chizu 大演習戦闘画附録地図. <br> <br>The Emperor attended the exercise in person an event that was regarded as a great honour for the local residents. The two prints depict scenes from the exercise — one showing the Emperor on horseback observing an attack and the other capturing the final parade. The supplementary map covers Osaka and its southern outskirts where the manoeuvres took place. . 山口新三. Yamaguchi, Shinzo. unknown
1892196563山中善三郎. Yamanaka Zenzaburo. Meiji 25 1892. Colour woodblock folding map of Tokyo with inset city plan of Yokohama a plan of the Diet a chart with many town names and a selection of images of sites. 51 x 71.5cm folds into 18.2 x 12cm paper covered covers paper title label on upper cover has some insect damage and fading wear at fold points with some tiny holes now neatly secured on the reverse with washi. The 1892 map of Tokyo provides an intricate view of the central and surrounding areas of the Tokyo metropolitan region. The map's focal point is the Royal Palace distinguished by its vivid red hue. Alongside this select military facilities also stand out in red. The map's legends unveil sections of Meiji Tokyo. Aristocrats' residences police stations and telegraph stations are marked reflecting the city's diverse functions. Shrines and temple are also indicated. Interestingly the map presents portraits of Emperor Meiji attired in Western clothing and Empress Meiji adorned in traditional kimono. These depictions flank the map's title. Accentuating the map's narrative are sixteen illustrations thoughtfully dispersed around the periphery showcasing Tokyo's key landmarks and significant structures. . 山中善三郎. [Yamanaka Zenzaburo]. hardcover
1859177810Japan. Ansei 6 1859. Black and white woodblock kawaraban published in two joined sheets 35 x 70cm. Washi repair on reverse close to join occasional small holes at edges a little thinning in places but overall very good. This foreign trade kawaraban was published in January 1859 soon after the Ansei Treaties were finalised between Japan and five Western countries the USA Britain France Holland and Russia. The text explains how the treaties operate with the countries and which lords are responsible for trading activities. The illustration shows numerous foreign ships off the shore with their sails and flags. Many foreign sailors Russian are depicted unloading curios and trading goods from rowing boats onto a harbour in Yokohama. Some vases elephant tasks and other objects are brought to the shore while three Japanese officials are watching. The artist's detailed observation of this lively scene is clearly demonstrated in this fine illustration. . unknown
1878214047京都. Kyoto.: 西村庄五郎. Nishimura Shōgorou. 1878. Stunning colour map woodblock advertisement 25 x 19cm very good condition. This unusual and advertising woodblock map/print promotes Hiiragiya a renowned Japanese inn located in Kyoto. The print depicts the inn as the focal point of a Kyoto map humorously mimicking a world map. Established in 1861 by Nishimura Shogoro Hiiragiya continues to operate as a prestigious five-star inn in the heart of Kyoto. <br> <br>In the map distances to various landmarks and sites are indicated around the inn showcasing its central location within Kyoto. Additionally illustrations of major attractions such as the Royal Palace and the Kyoto Prefectural Office are depicted alongside the inn highlighting its proximity to key destinations. <br> <br>This eye-catching print serves as both an advertisement for Hiiragiya and a whimsical representation of Kyoto's attractions emphasizing the inn's prime location and prestigious reputation in the city. . 西村庄五郎. [Nishimura, Shōgorou]. unknown
1830219203Japan. Circa 1830. Handmade manuscript book with black and white hand-drawn illustrations 28 x 18cm 25 double-folded leaves four hole string binding title label upper cover. A little marginal browning and soiling consistent with use upper corners bumped lacks decorative paper over lower wrapper. This manuscript is a copy of Kojitsu kenpō 古實獻法 a work concerned with menu composition and the presentation of food for celebratory occasions tied to seasonal festivals including the New Year in January and the Girls’ Festival in March. The text is organised into seven sections comprising a total of one hundred items.<br><br>This copy was most likely produced in the late Edo period. A note on the final page states that the contents are secret and should not be transmitted to outsiders suggesting its use within a restricted or specialist context. <br><br>Several hand-drawn illustrations are included with the text showing in detail the arrangement and presentation of dishes and serving ware appropriate to these ceremonial occasions. . unknown
1860217199Japan. Circa1860. Black and white woodblock kawaraban two sheets illustrations each measuring 23 x 31.5cm a little occasional browning margins otherwise very good. These two kawaraban sheets feature large portraits of the "King of France" and a European woman. The king’s name is transcribed in hiragana as "Furomusuanakaruma" an interesting phonetic rendering. This sheet also includes illustrations of coins from various European countries such as Holland and France as well as China with brief explanations of each. <br> <br>The second sheet presents a Western woman most likely Dutch named "Ta Maria Soitesu." She is depicted with her dog on the right and detailed descriptions of her appearance—fair skin a small mouth hairstyle and dress—are provided. The sheet also notes that Jobutsu Temple in Kanagawa was used by the Dutch as their first consulate around 1860. This sheet features coins from Britain and Russia with one coin displaying the head of Queen Victoria. . unknown
1870214215Japan. No date. Circa1870. Two charming small watercolour paintings each measuring 13.6 x 18.5cm a little worming. These two vibrant paintings depict the Daimonji-yaki festival in Kyoto capturing the festive atmosphere of the evening celebration. Historically Daimonji-yaki was held in July according to the lunar calendar though it is now celebrated in August. During this event fires are lit in various shapes on the hills surrounding Kyoto symbolically guiding the spirits of the deceased back to the other world. <br> <br>The first painting showcases the character "dai" 大 illuminated on the hillside. A diverse group of people has gathered to witness the spectacle their faces filled with awe as they gaze at the glowing lights. In the second painting a figure resembling a boat known as the Funagata is depicted on the northern hill of Kyoto. Four individuals including a woman have climbed to the top of a steep roof to get a better view of the lights. While some members of the group appear to be enjoying the view one person seems apprehensive nervously looking down from their elevated position. <br> <br>These paintings beautifully capture the excitement and anticipation of the Daimonji-yaki festival showcasing the diverse reactions and emotions of the spectators as they partake in this traditional celebration in Kyoto. . unknown
18961016733Halle - Wittenberg, 1896. 31 S. Br.
18941513134Leipzig, 1894. 47, (1) S. OBr. (Umschl. randgebräunt u. m. min. Randfehlstelle).
18751002082Königsberg, 1875. 56 S. Br.
18681208931Leipzig, 1868. 48 S. Br.
189741482Berlin, 1897. 4to. Uncut and unopened in original printed wrappers. Fresh copy, fine and clean. Near mint. The entire ""Heft"" II: Pp. 35-81. Planck's paper pp.35-46.
189741482Berlin 1897. 4to. Uncut and unopened in original printed wrappers. Fresh copy fine and clean. Near mint. The entire "Heft" II: Pp. 35-81. Planck's paper pp.35-46. <br/><br/><em>Max Planck is considered to be the founder of the quantum theory and was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1918. "Über irreversible Strahlungsvorgänge" is a mathematical description of the electromagnetic radiation emitted from a black-body."Über irreversible Strahlungsvorgänge was published in five parts in the period 1897-1901 the present volume being number 1."With the Kirchhoff-Wien-Boltzmann work as a background Max Planck began his attack on the black-body problem in 1897. He labored under the erroneous impression for some time that Wien's formula was the only one which harmonized with the second law of thermodynamics. The experiments on black-bodies due to Lummer and Pringsheim Rubens and Kurlbaum forced him from that position." Planck Max. Catalogue 258 Interlibrum Vaduz "I had already been struggling with the problem of the equilibrium of matter and radiation for some years without success; I knew the problem is of fundamental significance for Physics." The significance was unparallelled when he in December 1900 delivered a paper entitled "On the Theory of the Energy Distribution Law in the Normal Spectrum" before the German Physical Society which today is considered the birth of quantum physics. The present volume constitutes a precursor to this work. - Akademie No 33 </em> unknown
18851016271Leipzig, 1885. 44 S. Br.
19000243351900. This is the original 1900 edition -- NOT print on demand edition or modern reprint. Good condition. Crease to corner of the rear cover. NO text is affected. Pages are otherwise clean and unmarked. Reprinted from Sitzungsberichte der Koniglich preussischen Akademie der Wissenschaften zu Berlin 1900 VI. Bound in the original wraps stamped in black. This is from the library of and bears the small ink stamp of American mathematician Temple Rice Hollcroft 1889 - 1967 who received B.S. in 1912 and A.B. in 1914 from Hanover College and then A.M. in 1915 from the University of Kentucky. He received his Ph.D. in 1917 from Cornell University under Virgil Snyder. Hollcroft was a mathematics professor at Wells College from 1918 to 1954 from which he retired as professor emeritus. Hollcroft served for 14 years as Associate Secretary of the American Mathematical Society. In 1932 in Zurich he was an Invited Speaker of the International Congress of Mathematician ICM. His subject was THE GENERAL WEB OF SURFACES AND THE SPACE INVOLUTION DEFINED BY IT . Being invited to talk at the ICM has been called "the equivalent of induction to a hall of fame." - from Wikipedia. INSCRIBED/SIGNED by the AUTHOR. Softcover stapled wraps. Good condition. Illus. by NOT a library discard. 5 pages. Great Packaging Fast Shipping. Paperback
182941607(Berlin, G. Reimer, 1829). 4to. No wrappers. Extracted from ""Journal für die reine und angewandte Mathematik. Hrsg. von A.L. Crelle"", Bd. 4. - Gauss' paper: pp. 232-35. - Abel's papers: pp. 236-278 and pp. 309-348.
182941607Berlin G. Reimer 1829. 4to. No wrappers. Extracted from "Journal für die reine und angewandte Mathematik. Hrsg. von A.L. Crelle" Bd. 4. - Gauss' paper: pp. 232-35. - Abel's papers: pp. 236-278 and pp. 309-348. <br/><br/><em>First printing of probably Gauss' most importent work in physics by presenting his "Principle of Least Action" which states that the motion of a system of points which are influenced both by each other and by outside conditions is such as to maximize the agreement with free motion given the existent constraint. The work is based on his Potential Theory."In it the present paper Gauss stated that the law of least constraint: the motion of a system departs a little as possible from free motion where departure or constraint is measured by the sum of products of masses times the squares of their deviations from the path of free motion. He presented it merely as a new formulation equivalent to the well-known principle of d'Alembert. This work seems obviously related to the old meditations on least aquares but Gauss wrote to Olbers on 31 January 1829 thai it was inspired by studies of capillarity and other physical problems." Kenneth O. May in DSB.The two papers first printings by Abel book-lenghts memoirs are his last works - he died 1829 and they were published after his death - on the theory of "elliptic functions" the discovery of which he shared with Jacobi. In these papers he mentions also the great discoveries published in his memoir 1826 Memoire sur une proprieté générale d'un classe très-etendu de fonctions transcendentes which was not published until 1841.Together with these 3 memoirs is found a paper by Alexander von Humboldt: "Über die bei verschiedenen Völkern üblichen Systeme von Zahlzeichen und über den Ursprung des Stellenwerthes in den indischen Zahlen" 1829. Pp. 205-231. </em> unknown
18841041947Marburg, 1884. 44 S. Rückenbr.
18911016732Halle - Wittenberg, 1891. 43 S. Br.
18841069079Kiel, 1884. (Kopie). Quer-4to. Kart.
