1888 Chromolithograph Japan Cango Litter Transportation Norimon Palanquin LCH2 XGEA2 Cruise Control

Cruise Control

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1888 Chromolithograph Japan Cango Litter Transportation Norimon Palanquin LCH2 XGEA2 Cruise ControlThis is a rare original 1888 color chromolithograph which depicts several different methods of transportation used in historical Japan. A norimon was an enclosed box in which the nobility traveled. There was always a surplus of porters, so that reliefs could insert themselves without disturbing their passenger. In this case, the two men nearest to the passenger as coolies, who will carry their master's sword and any personal belongings. The ornate