Pharmacy shop sign - Lacquered wood - Japan - Late Meiji to Taishô period (early 20th century)
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This Japanese pharmacy sign from the late Meiji to Taishō period is made of black-lacquered wood with gilt inscriptions and measures 121.5 × 39 cm; it is in good condition with age-related wear.
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A lacquered wooden kanban 看板 (shop signboard) for a traditional Japanese pharmacy 薬房 (yakubô), executed in black lacquer with gilded inscriptions and decorative details.
The elongated rectangular sign is prominently inscribed with large gilt characters reading Shinsen-yu 神仙湯 ("Divine Immortal Remedy"), a traditional medicinal preparation. Above appears the inscription Kahiden-hô 家傳秘方 ("Secret family recipe"), indicating a proprietary formula passed down through generations.
Along the right side is a polychrome trademark panel depicting a medicine bottle transcending into an old demon chewing on a leaf, and bearing the inscription “Shinzan Tôroku Shôhyô” 神山登録商標 ("Registered Shinzan Trademark"). The lower inscription advises against use for certain ailments, a common feature on historical pharmaceutical advertisements.
The left side identifies the pharmacy as Honba Arakawa Yakubô 本舗荒川薬房 ("Main Arakawa Pharmacy"), located in Nagoya 名古屋, together with the inscription Tokuyaku Kodama Yakubô 特約小玉薬房, indicating an authorised distributor or affiliated pharmacy.
Executed in black lacquer with gilt lettering and borders on a carved wooden ground.
Period:
Japan – Late Meiji to Taishô period (early 20th century)
Dimensions:
Height 39 cm, Length 121.5 cm, Depth 2.5-5 cm.
Considering its age, the sign is in good condition, with wear consistent with long-term use and exposure, including losses to the lacquer and gilding, surface scratches, and minor damages. Please refer to the photographs for a clear condition reference.
Seller's Story
Since 1996, Japanese Antique Store has been importing Japanese antiques directly from Japan.
We travel several times a year through Japan and visit auctions, shows, dealers, and collectors.
Besides our physical store in Amsterdam, we are also active on Catawiki. We specialize in Samoeraipantser (Yoroi) and objects, lacquerware, screens, paintings, Buddhist images, and many more Japanese artifacts!
Translated by Google TranslateA lacquered wooden kanban 看板 (shop signboard) for a traditional Japanese pharmacy 薬房 (yakubô), executed in black lacquer with gilded inscriptions and decorative details.
The elongated rectangular sign is prominently inscribed with large gilt characters reading Shinsen-yu 神仙湯 ("Divine Immortal Remedy"), a traditional medicinal preparation. Above appears the inscription Kahiden-hô 家傳秘方 ("Secret family recipe"), indicating a proprietary formula passed down through generations.
Along the right side is a polychrome trademark panel depicting a medicine bottle transcending into an old demon chewing on a leaf, and bearing the inscription “Shinzan Tôroku Shôhyô” 神山登録商標 ("Registered Shinzan Trademark"). The lower inscription advises against use for certain ailments, a common feature on historical pharmaceutical advertisements.
The left side identifies the pharmacy as Honba Arakawa Yakubô 本舗荒川薬房 ("Main Arakawa Pharmacy"), located in Nagoya 名古屋, together with the inscription Tokuyaku Kodama Yakubô 特約小玉薬房, indicating an authorised distributor or affiliated pharmacy.
Executed in black lacquer with gilt lettering and borders on a carved wooden ground.
Period:
Japan – Late Meiji to Taishô period (early 20th century)
Dimensions:
Height 39 cm, Length 121.5 cm, Depth 2.5-5 cm.
Considering its age, the sign is in good condition, with wear consistent with long-term use and exposure, including losses to the lacquer and gilding, surface scratches, and minor damages. Please refer to the photographs for a clear condition reference.
Seller's Story
Since 1996, Japanese Antique Store has been importing Japanese antiques directly from Japan.
We travel several times a year through Japan and visit auctions, shows, dealers, and collectors.
Besides our physical store in Amsterdam, we are also active on Catawiki. We specialize in Samoeraipantser (Yoroi) and objects, lacquerware, screens, paintings, Buddhist images, and many more Japanese artifacts!
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Dynastic Style/Period
Late Meiji to Taishô period (early 20th century)
Number of objects
1
Country of Origin
Japan
Material
Lacquered wood
Height
39 cm
Width
121.5 cm
Title of artwork
Pharmacy shop sign
Depth
5 cm
Condition
Good condition
Authenticity
Original/official
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