{"product_id":"japanese-kanban-apothecary-shop-sign-gold-black-lacquered-wood-48-ls-217","title":"Japanese Kanban Apothecary Shop Sign Gold \u0026 Black Lacquered Wood ~48\" LS#217","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"120\" data-end=\"195\"\u003eJapanese Kanban Apothecary Shop Sign Gold \u0026amp; Black Lacquered Wood 32in\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"197\" data-end=\"785\"\u003eThis remarkable Japanese \u003cem data-start=\"222\" data-end=\"230\"\u003ekanban\u003c\/em\u003e (shop sign) dates from the late 19th to early 20th century and was created for a pharmacy or apothecary business. Crafted from wood with a rich gold-leaf ground and bold raised black characters, the sign advertises \u003cstrong data-start=\"446\" data-end=\"470\"\u003eKato Pharmacy (加藤薬店)\u003c\/strong\u003e as a contracted dealer of medicinal goods affiliated with the prestigious \u003cstrong data-start=\"545\" data-end=\"566\"\u003eRyumoto Koi Ryudo\u003c\/strong\u003e in Nagoya. The circular crest at the top center and flanking decorative motifs emphasize both tradition and trust, common features in Japanese merchant signage meant to reassure customers of quality and authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"787\" data-end=\"1194\"\u003eShop signs such as this were mounted prominently at storefronts, serving as both advertising and a declaration of legitimacy. The bold lettering and gilt background were designed to catch the eye of passersby while projecting a sense of refinement and authority. Today, these kanban are highly regarded as artifacts of Japanese commercial history and as decorative art objects with striking visual impact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1196\" data-end=\"1434\"\u003eThe surface shows expected wear and patination consistent with age and outdoor exposure, lending the piece a warm authenticity. An excellent example of late-Meiji to Taisho period merchant culture, with exceptional presence for display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1436\" data-end=\"1450\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1436\" data-end=\"1448\"\u003eDetails:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1451\" data-end=\"1743\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1451\" data-end=\"1493\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1453\" data-end=\"1493\"\u003eJapan, Meiji–Taisho era (c. 1880–1920)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1494\" data-end=\"1574\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1496\" data-end=\"1574\"\u003eLacquered wood kanban shop sign with gilt ground and raised black characters\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1575\" data-end=\"1633\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1577\" data-end=\"1633\"\u003eDimensions: approx. 17 x 48 in (confirm actual measurement)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1634\" data-end=\"1712\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1636\" data-end=\"1712\"\u003eInscription references \u003cstrong data-start=\"1659\" data-end=\"1676\"\u003eKato Pharmacy\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"1681\" data-end=\"1702\"\u003eRyumoto Koi Ryudo\u003c\/strong\u003e, Nagoya\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1713\" data-end=\"1743\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1715\" data-end=\"1743\"\u003eProvenance: LS#189 \/ LS217\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Consignment","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50533090263357,"sku":"25C*LS217","price":650.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/2348\/3709\/files\/5064416F-0C24-4CD6-81AB-0740CFD11722_1_201_a.heic?v=1780761324","url":"https:\/\/shogunsgallery.com\/products\/japanese-kanban-apothecary-shop-sign-gold-black-lacquered-wood-48-ls-217","provider":"Shogun's Gallery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}