“The emperors THRONE.” from Remarkable Addresses BY WAY OF EMBASSY FROM THE East-India Company OF THE UNITED PROVINCES TO THE EMPEROR of JAPAN… Arnoldus Montanus. Published in London: John Ogilby, 1670. Original copper-plate engraving from the first available 17th century views of Japan published in Europe!. (Image: 10 ½ x 13 ½’’)
This detailed view depicts the elaborate throne at Kyoto of the Emperor. The key (top, left – Dutch; top, right – English) identifies many in the scene including the Emperor, Four Noblemen, “Gallery full of Souldiers”, and “Souldiers round about the Emperors throne”.
Centerfold as issued.
Shipped unmatted
