Japanese Woodblock Print Postcard, 1932, Year of the Monkey Chinese snuff bottle full speed ahead

full speed ahead

*Handmade dice sold separately

I picked up this astronomy book especially as it provides a nice guide to the constellations and the chief stars comprising them

these 19th century schoolgirl craft pieces are among the most underrated forms of early folk art

Japanese Woodblock Print Postcard, 1932, Year of the Monkey Chinese snuff bottle full speed aheadThis is one of three woodblock postcards I purchased from a seller in Japan; this is one of two wonderful monkeys from 1932. According to the Japanese zodiac, those born in the year of the monkey have magnetic personalities and are witty and intelligent as well as mischievous, curious, and clever, which can make them very naughty! I am not sure this particular monkey looks to be a social magnet, but he does look likely to be plotting! And what a