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Lot 0073: WORLD WAR II JAPANESE POW INK PAINTINGS CIRCA 1948

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A set of 3 hand drawn ink paintings created circa 1946 -1948, by the Luzon Japanese prisoners of war (LUPOW) established near Mt. Makiling, Luzon, Philippines for Japanese POWs after the surrender of Japan in WWII. The present collection belonged to Pvt. Vernon E. Palmer on the back, who was a US Army Soldier turned USAF airman who served in Tokyo, Japan during this time. It is unknown who specifically drew these sketches by names, as it is usually on trench art pieces. The quality and historical interest drawn by these artworks is absolutely remarkable. World War II militaria and collectibles. Japanese folk art. 

Overall good vintage condition. Signs of wear and Age. Refer to photos. Sold as is.
Average 5 x 3 in. All measurements are approximate.

Auction Date

June 3th, 2023

PRICE WITH BUYER PREMIUM

$64.00