This rare and authentic Japanese antique poetry card set dates to the Meiji Era (1868–1912) and was sourced directly from a Japanese Government Auction. The set consists of numerous handwritten wooden karuta-style cards, traditionally used for poetry study, literary games, or scholarly reference.
Each card features brush-written Japanese calligraphy, reflecting the aesthetics of classical literature and education during the Meiji period—a time when Japan blended traditional culture with modernization.
The cards are housed in their original wooden storage box, also hand-inscribed with period calligraphy, making this set a remarkable historical artifact for collectors of Japanese antiques, calligraphy, or literary history.
✅ Product Highlights
🟢 Authentic Meiji Era Japanese antique (1868–1912)
🟢 Handwritten wooden poetry / karuta cards
🟢 Original wooden storage box with calligraphy
🟢 Traditional Japanese brush script
🟢 Used for poetry study, literature, or cultural games
🟢 Rare survivor set with strong historical presence
🟢 Sourced from Japanese Government Auction
🟢 Ideal for collectors, scholars, or display
🏯 About This Item
During the Meiji Era, poetry cards like these were commonly used in education, literary salons, and cultural games inspired by classical waka poetry. Sets such as this often referenced well-known poems, moral teachings, or seasonal themes and were valued both for learning and refinement.
The visible aging, patina, and handwritten ink variations are authentic signs of age and should be appreciated as part of the item’s historical integrity.
📸 Please review all photos carefully. Wear, ink fading, and wood aging are consistent with genuine antique materials and period use.
🔍 Condition
🟢 Original antique condition
🟢 Age-related wear, patina, and ink variation
🟢 Wooden box shows natural aging
🟢 No modern alterations
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📦 Condition
Please review all photos carefully, as they form part of the item description. Dimensions and additional details are provided in the images.
