There are many collectors around the world. "ex libris" This product is the popular Eiichi Hirose's bookplate in Japan. All woodblock prints are hand-printed. I think it was produced between about 1955 and 1965. The ex libris in the last photo does not belong to Eiichi Hirose. ex libris for 9 people designed by Eiichi Hirose Eiichi Hirose's ex libris is especially popular in Japan Who is Eiichi Hirose? Japanese book collector and businessman Sixth generation of a sake manufacturing company called Hirose Shoten In addition to being a collector of books, he is also famous for being a self-published printmaker and a collector of earthenware prints! Born in 1905 Died in 1991 Please note that VAT(IVA) and import taxes will be charged separately from the bid price. *Italian buyers must provide a Codice Fiscale for the customs process. European tariffs are higher than Asian and American tariffs. If you are concerned, please check before bidding. (Condition.) There may be stains and other defects due to age and deterioration. Please bid with understanding. (Shipping charges) VAT, customs duties, and customs fees will be charged. These will be imposed and collected by your local customs or courier company. These import duties are the responsibility of the buyer. *Some countries cannot ship from Japan.