This framed advertisement was used in promotion of Thomas Edison's phonograph in Japan. Phonographs were shown to Japanese officials in the late 1880's, and were later sold in the country. The original artwork was created by Sasaki Sena and is framed in a 29.5" x 39" frame. Estimated domestic US shipping cost for this auction lot is $75 to $165, depending on your location and the final hammer price (for shipping insurance purposes). Please bear in mind that these are estimates which may vary under certain circumstances

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