Charles Wirgman Sr. (British, 1832-1891) View of Osaka, Japan

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Charles Wirgman Sr. (British, 1832-1891) View of Osaka, Japan inscribed and dated 'Osaka. Novr./75' (lower right) and further inscribed with the number '74' and initialled in pencil 'CW.' (lower left) watercolour 20.6 x 33.3cm (8 1/8 x 13 1/8in). For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com For further information about this lot please visit the lot listing

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Charles Wirgman Sr. (British, 1832-1891) View of Osaka, Japan

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