Antique Japanese Kasenroku Books Set of 2 Taisho Era Calligraphy Music For Sale

This fascinating set of two antique Japanese books, titled Kasenroku (歌扇録), offers a beautiful glimpse into Japan\'s traditional performing arts and literary heritage. Compiled by Matsushima Shōshirō, the work contains classical Nagauta song texts associated with traditional Japanese music and theatrical performances.

Both volumes feature traditional Japanese thread-sewn bindings, decorative patterned cloth covers, and paper title labels with Japanese calligraphy. Inside, the pages display expressive brush-style Japanese characters, printed text, and distinctive red printed sections. The aged paper, intricate typography, and traditional craftsmanship give these books wonderful historical and decorative appeal.

Originally published during Japan\'s Taishō period, Kasenroku is an interesting collectible for enthusiasts of Japanese history, traditional music, Asian literature, and antique books. These two volumes make an attractive pair for a private collection, library, or Japanese-inspired display.

• Title: Kasenroku (歌扇録)

• Author / Compiler: Matsushima Shōshirō

• Quantity: Set of 2 books

• Subject: Japanese Nagauta music, traditional performing arts, and song texts

• Language: Japanese

• Binding: Traditional Japanese thread-sewn binding (Fukuro-toji)

• Cover: Patterned cloth with paper title labels

• Dimensions: Approx. 9.5\" × 7\" each

• Country: Japan

• Condition: Antique condition with visible age-related wear, discoloration, foxing, worn corners, and fraying along the bindings and cover edges. Please review all photographs carefully, as they are considered part of the description.

• Edition: Exact printing date not confirmed; original work published during the Taishō period.

• Completeness: Two volumes from a work originally published in three sections; completeness of individual volumes not verified.

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