Perry Commodore Matthew C (36 results)

Folio. xviii, 654 pp. 6 maps, colour plates inside cvrs, 240 blk & wht illusts. Colour-illust. softcvrs, NF. First Dover edition of Volume I first published in 1856, of this fascinating historical and travel document chronicling Perry's voyage to St. Helena, Cape Town, Mauritius, Ceylon, Singapore, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Japan for half a year where he opened the isolated country to commerce with the Western World by sailing into Edo Bay.

Unabridged reproduction of the work originally published in Washington in 1856. "Naval officer Matthew Perry set sail for Japan in 1852 with a small escort of ships and a huge commission - persuading the Japanese government to emerge from isolation and enter economic and diplomatic relations with the United States.Exciting highlights include Perry's flagship dropping anchor in Tokyo Bay to a markedly chilly reception, tense diplomatic standoffs, and sumptuous parties hosted by representatives of both governments.Enhanced with over 200 rare illustrations, this remarkable historical document also offers a mangnificent travelogue, brimming with revealing anecdotes and picturesque details about Singapore, Mauritius, Macao, the Bonin Islands and other exotic locales." 27.5cms x 20.5cms. Pp.xviii/537, occasional reproductions of lithographs throughout. Paperback, colour illustrations to inside covers. VG.

Tinted lithograph, 21.8 x 28.9 cm (sheet), marginal edge wear and toning, but in good condition. A tranquil view, after a painting on the spot ("from nature") by William Heine and prepared for Commodore Perry's "Narrative of the Expedition of an American Squadron to the China Seas and Japan.". Perry visited Hakodate in May-June 1854.

Condition: Fair. Washington: Beverley Tucker, 1856. 2nd edition. Volume 1. 4to Hardcover. 537pp. B/W and color plates. Fair book. Heavy edgewear. Boards soiled. Backstrip nearly detached. Slight dampstaining to the bottom-edge. Pages age toned. Upper corner of page v torn away. Chipping to the bottom corner of all pages. With typical period foxing throughout. (US history, naval history, exploration, US navy) Inquire if you need further information. NOT AVAILABLE FOR SHIPMENT OUTSIDE OF THE UNITED STATES.

Hardcover. Condition: As New. Limited Edition. VERY FINE- with a couple of light marks to the wooden display chest corner. A magnificent reproduction of the 1856 edition of Commodore Matthew Perry's report to Congress presented in a deluxe wooden Display Chest. Limited Edition of only 800 hand-numbered copies. Easton Press, Norwalk CT. 2023. "Expedition to Japan" by Matthew C. Perry. Deluxe Limited Edition. Luxuriously bound with genuine fine leather and stamped on the spine with 22kt gold. Limited to 800 Hand Numbered Copies. Book measures 8 5/8" x 11 1/4" and 744 pages. Chest is 14" Long x 13 1/2" Deep x 4 1/2" Height. Easton Press is pleased to present a publishing first an extraordinary reproduction of the stunning document that announced the historic opening of Japan to the West presented in a deluxe wooden Display Chest. Narrative on the Expedition of an American Squadron to the South China Seas and Japan is Commodore Matthew Perry's report submitted to Congress in 1856 detailing his expedition to Asia. This remarkable reproduction features a custom crafted wooden Display Chest, a vintage brass compass replicated from a 1850's design and a stunning 23kt gold-plated bookmark with a map of Japan and a black tassel. FEATURES. Leather-bound 7-piece set. Limited to 800 hand-numbered copies. 22kt gold deeply inlaid on the "hubbed" spine. Superbly printed on acid-neutral paper that lasts for generations. Sewn pages not just glued like ordinary books. Includes a custom-creafted wooden Display Chest. Handsome marbled endpages and a satin-ribbon page marker. Printed and bound in the USA. Imported materials. Rigorous inspection at every stage ensures adherence to our exacting standards. Superb craftsmanship and commitment to quality. Commodore Matthew C. Perry's expedition to Japan in 1853-1854 was a pivotal event that forced Japan to end its self-imposed isolation and open its ports to Western trade. This resulted in the signing of the Treaty of Kanagawa, which paved the way for further diplomatic relations and trade agreements between Japan and the West. Key aspects of the expedition: Purpose: President Millard Fillmore dispatched Perry to Japan to secure trade access and establish diplomatic relations, potentially using "gunboat diplomacy" if necessary. Arrival: Perry's fleet, including the Susquehanna, Mississippi, Plymouth, and Saratoga, arrived in Edo Bay (Tokyo Bay) in 1853. Initial Reaction: The Japanese were initially wary of the "black ships" and their powerful cannons, but Perry successfully communicated the U.S. demand for diplomatic engagement. Treaty of Kanagawa: In 1854, Japan agreed to the treaty, which opened two ports (Shimoda and Hakodate) for refueling and provisioning American ships, protecting shipwrecked American sailors, and allowing the appointment of U.S. consuls in these ports. Impact: The Perry Expedition led to significant changes in Japan's policies, including the end of its isolationist era and the beginning of modernization and engagement with the West.

Tinted lithograph 15 x 22.6 cm, 22.8 x 28.8 cm (sheet), edges a little age-toned, small stain affecting the margin of one upper corner, lower edge ragged, but the image in very good condition. A view of Commodore Perry's fleet at anchor in Napha, Lew Chew, (Ryukyu) Japan, prepared for the official account "Narrative of the Expedition of an American Squadron to the China Seas and Japan.". The expedition visited the then independent kingdom of Lew Chew (Ryukyu) in 1854, where famously Perry signed a trade agreement on July 11th. In 1875 Japan posted a military garrison in Lew Chew, annexing the Islands in 1879. Perry's Narrative dwells on all aspects of Lew Chew life, with keen interest in their commerce and manufactured goods.

Tinted lithograph with original hand colour 22.5 x 15.2 cm, 28.8 x 22.3 cm (sheet), outer edge a little age-toned, and inner edge a trifle ragged, but the image in very good condition. A fine view of a Shinto Temple in Simoda (Shimoda) on the southeastern Izu peninsula, after a painting on the spot ("from nature") by William Heine and prepared for Commodore Perry's "Narrative of the Expedition of an American Squadron to the China Seas and Japan.". In the foreground two men are abasing themselves before a passing noble or priest. Perry visited Shimoda in April 1854, staying for three weeks and as his account bears witness was much impressed by the traditional way of life.

Tinted lithograph 21.8 x 15.5 cm, 28.8 x 22.5 cm (sheet), edges a little age-toned, small stain affecting the margin of one lower corner, inner edge ragged, but the image in very good condition. Fine cameo portrait of the Chief Magistrate Napha, Lew Chew, (Ryukyu) Japan, prepared for the official account "Narrative of the Expedition of an American Squadron to the China Seas and Japan.". The expedition visited the then independent kingdom of Lew Chew (Ryukyu) in 1854, where famously Perry signed a trade agreement on July 11th. In 1875 Japan posted a military garrison in Lew Chew, annexing the Islands in 1879.

Tinted lithograph with original hand colour 21.6 x 15 cm, 28.7 x 22.5 cm (sheet), inner edge stained with some marginal paper adhesion, but the image in very good condition. A fine cameo portrait of a Japanese woman in costume from Simoda (Shimoda) on the southeastern Izu peninsula, after a daguerrotype by Eliphalet Brown, and prepared for Commodore Perry's "Narrative of the Expedition of an American Squadron to the China Seas and Japan.". Perry visited Shimoda in April 1854, staying for three weeks and as his account bears witness was much impressed by the traditional way of life.

Tinted lithograph, 15.3 x 22. 9 cm; 21.9 x 28.9 cm (sheet), lower edge creased, some marginal age toning and wear, but the image in very good condition. An idyllic view of traditional life drawn on the spot, "From nature" by Wilhelm Heine, with figures after daguerrotypes by Eliphalet Brown, prepared for Commodore Perry's "Narrative of the Expedition of an American Squadron to the China Seas and Japan.". The expedition visited the then independent kingdom of Lew Chew (Ryukyu) in 1854, where famously Perry signed a trade agreement on July 11th. In 1875 Japan posted a military garrison in Lew Chew, annexing the Islands in 1879. Perry's Narrative goes into considerable detail about traditional life and customs on Lew Chew [Ryukyu].

Tinted lithograph, 15 x 23. 8 cm; 21.9 x 28.9 cm (sheet), upper and lower edge creased, but the image in very good condition. View prepared for ''The Narrative of the Expedition of an American Squadron to the China Seas and Japan: performed in the years 1852, 1853, and 1854.'', by Wilhelm Heine with figures based on the daguerrotypes by Eliphalet Brown. The expedition visited the then independent kingdom of Lew Chew (Ryukyu) in 1854, where famously Perry signed a trade agreement on July 11th. The American flag can be seen flying atop the building in the middle ground, but it is almost an afterthought: the focus of the picture are the Lew Chew coolies and the landscape.

Tinted lithograph 22.2 x 15.1 cm, 29 x 22.5 cm (sheet), inner edge ragged, two marginal stains, but the image in very good condition. Portraits after daguerrotypes by Eliphalet Brown prepared for the official account of Commodore Perry's "Narrative of the Expedition of an American Squadron to the China Seas and Japan.". Perry's squadron visited Simoda (Shimoda) in April-May 1854. Pictured here are the Mayor (Kura-Kawa-Kahai) of Shimoda with attendants. Perry's Narrative records in detail the traditional way of life and customs of Shimoda.

Tinted lithograph 15.2 x 22.6 cm, 22.8 x 28.8 cm (sheet), edges a little age-toned, lower edge ragged, but the image in very good condition. Detailed view by the expedition artist, Wilhelm Heine prepared for Perry's "Narrative of the Expedition of an American Squadron to the China Seas and Japan.". Perry's Narrative dwells on all aspects of Lew Chew life, with keen interest in their commerce and manufactured goods. The expedition visited the then independent kingdom of Lew Chew (Ryukyu) in 1854, where famously Perry signed a trade agreement on July 11th. In 1875 Japan posted a military garrison in Lew Chew, annexing the Islands in 1879.

Tinted lithograph 15.1 x 22.3 cm, 22.4 x 28.8 cm (sheet), lower edge creased and a trifle ragged, but the image in very good condition. A tranquil view of Napha, Lew Chew, (Ryukyu) Japan, prepared for the official account "Narrative of the Expedition of an American Squadron to the China Seas and Japan.". Perry's fleet can be seen at anchor in the distance. The expedition visited the then independent kingdom of Lew Chew (Ryukyu) in 1854, where famously Perry signed a trade agreement on July 11th. In 1875 Japan posted a military garrison in Lew Chew, annexing the Islands in 1879.

Tinted lithograph with original hand colour 15 x 22.3 cm, 22.5 x 28.8 cm (sheet), some offsetting to the lower edge of the image, lower margin a trifle ragged, and a few marginal spots, but the image in very good condition. A finely detailed view of the interior of a Buddhist Temple in Simoda (Shimoda) showing monks at prayer, after a painting on the spot ("from nature") by William Heine and prepared for Commodore Perry's "Narrative of the Expedition of an American Squadron to the China Seas and Japan.". Perry visited Shimoda in April 1854, staying for three weeks and as his account bears witness was much impressed by the traditional way of life.

Tinted lithograph 15.1 x 22.7 cm, 22.8 x 28.8 cm (sheet), edges a little age-toned, lower edge ragged, but the image in very good condition. A relaxed view following a reception for Commodore Perry at Shuri Castle in Okinawa in June, 1853, prepared for the official account by Perry & Hawks, "Narrative of the Expedition of an American Squadron to the China Seas and Japan.".

Tinted lithograph, 15 x 22.4 cm, (image), 22.7 x 28.9 cm (sheet), marginal edge wear and discolouration, lower edge creased and chipped, but in good condition. A beautiful composition by William Heine, prepared for Commodore Perry's "Narrative of the Expedition of an American Squadron to the China Seas and Japan.". Perry visited Hakodate in May-June 1854, his squadron can be seen at anchor in the distance.

Tinted lithograph 15.2 x 22.7 cm, 22.8 x 28.8 cm (sheet), edges a little age-toned, lower edge ragged, but the image in very good condition. View by official artist, Wilhelm Heine of the representation by Commodore Perry to Shuri Castle in Okinawa in June, 1853, prepared for the official account by Perry & Hawks, "Narrative of the Expedition of an American Squadron to the China Seas and Japan.". Heine has included himself sketching the scene to the lower left.

Tinted lithograph 15.2 x 22.6 cm, 22.1 x 28.8 cm (sheet), edges a little age-toned, lower edge ragged, but the image in very good condition. View by official artist, Wilhelm Heine of the representation by Commodore Perry to Shuri Castle in Okinawa in June, 1853. It was an impressive, and intended, show of force, not lost on the Japanese hosts. The view depicts the Shureimon Gate: shurei meaning "observing manners" or courtesy: a highly symbolic image prepared for the official account by Perry & Hawks, "Narrative of the Expedition of an American Squadron to the China Seas and Japan.".

Tinted lithograph, 15.1 x 22.4 cm, (image), 22.7 x 28.9 cm (sheet), marginal edge wear, lower edge creased and chipped, but in good condition. A view by Wilhelm Heine, on the spot ("From nature"), prepared for Commodore Perry's "Narrative of the Expedition of an American Squadron to the China Seas and Japan.". Perry's expedition visited Simoda (Shimoda) in April-May 1854, his squadron can be seen at anchor in the harbour. Heine's composition records interaction between members of the expedition and the local population. "Vandalia" Bluff, was named for one of Perry's squadron, hinting at the gunboat diplomacy employed to gain access to Japanese ports. The sloop Vandalia was present at Commodore Perry's entrance into Tokyo Bay on 13 February 1854, and in 1855 was employed to protect American interests in China during the Taiping Rebellion.

Tinted lithograph, 21.9 x 15.5 cm, 29 x 22.5 cm (sheet), edges a little age-toned and spotted, inner margin stained, but in very good condition. A fine cameo portrait, after a daguerrotype by Eliphalet Brown, and prepared for Commodore Perry's "Narrative of the Expedition of an American Squadron to the China Seas and Japan.". Perry visited Macao in 1853 for an extended stay: this portrait dates from that visit.

Tinted lithograph 21.8 x 15.4 cm, 28.9 x 21.7 cm (sheet), edges a little age-toned, one corner stained, but the image in very good condition. A view of the famous Whampoa pagoda rendered on the spot ("From nature") by William Heine with figures from a daguerrotype by Eliphalet Bronwn, prepared for Commodore Perry's "Narrative of the Expedition of an American Squadron to the China Seas and Japan.". Perry visited Whampoa on the Canton river in 1853, and his narrative noted in addition to the pagoda's religious significance, "its usefulness as a land mark by foreign vessels for they steer and anchor by its bearings.".

Tinted lithograph 15.1 x 22.1 cm, 22.1 x 28.7 cm (sheet), edges a little age toned and creased, but the image in very good condition. View by Wilhelm Heine prepared for Commodore Perry's "Narrative of the Expedition of an American Squadron to the China Seas and Japan.". Perry's expedition visited Simoda (Shimoda) in April-May 1854. The view records the funeral of a young American sailor, who perished in an accident aboard the vessel Powhatan (Perry's flagship, a steam frigate, seen at anchor in the background, along with two three other vessels).

Tinted lithograph with original hand colour 22.5 x 16 cm, 28.9 x 22.2 cm (sheet), edges a little age-toned, one corner creased and another with a small paper fault, but in very good condition. A fine cameo portrait of Buddhist Priest from a temple in Simoda (Shimoda) on the southeastern Izu peninsula, after a daguerrotype by Eliphalet Brown, and prepared for Commodore Perry's "Narrative of the Expedition of an American Squadron to the China Seas and Japan.". Perry visited Shimoda in April 1854, staying for three weeks and as his account bears witness was much impressed by the traditional way of life.

Tinted lithograph from a daguerrotype by Eliphalet Brown, 22.6 x 15.3 cm, 28.7 x 21.8 cm (sheet), marginal edge wear and discoluration, but in good condition; a fine dark impression. An atmospheric view with fine tonal depth prepared for Commodore Perry's "Narrative of the Expedition of an American Squadron to the China Seas and Japan.". Perry visited Hakodate in May-June 1854.

A tinted lithographic view of Commodore Perry meeting the Imperial Commissioners at Yokohama. Image size is about 9 x 7 inches, in a frame (with glass) measuring 17 x 14 inches. Nice condition. Extracted from the 1856 "Narrative of the Expedition of an American Squadron to the China Seas and Japan ." published in 1856. This is a famous and oft-reprinted image of a significant event in the opening of Japan, and Japanese-American relations. There are a couple of varieties of this lithograph; this is of the variety having at the lower left: "From nature by W.T. Peters" and at the lower right: "Lith. of SARONY & Co. New York.".

Tinted lithograph 15 x 22.5 cm, 22 x 28.8 cm (sheet), edges a little soiled and creased, but the image in very good condition; a vivid impression. Fine detailed view by Wilhelm Heine rendered on the spot, ("from nature"), the lithograph with beautifully rendered tonal contrast, prepared for Commodore Perry's "Narrative of the Expedition of an American Squadron to the China Seas and Japan.". In March 1854, Perry had won access to the Japanese ports of Shimoda and Hakodate for American vessels, with the sigining of the Kanagawa Treaty, effectively beginning a process of opening Japan to the West. This fine lithograph is particularly appealing for the depiction of two cultures amiably interacting (despite Perry's gunboat diplomacy) with the charming added detail of a dog pausing on its way.

Tinted lithograph 15 x 22.4 cm, 22.4 x 28.8 cm (sheet), edges a little soiled and lower edger ragged, but the image in very good condition. Fine view from Webster Island, looking towards Yedo (Tokyo) , by Wilhelm Heine rendered on the spot, ("from nature"), prepared for Commodore Perry's "Narrative of the Expedition of an American Squadron to the China Seas and Japan.". Mt Fuji can be seen in the distance.

Tinted lithograph 15.2 x 22.6 cm, 22.8 x 28.8 cm (sheet), small stain affecting the top corner of the margin only, lower edge ragged, but the image in very good condition. A view capturing the first landing of Commodore Matthew Perry's (1794-1858) fleet in Japan, which was to have lasting ramifications. Perry's mission was to open Japan to international trade, with the tacit threat of gunboat reprisals. This show of force resulted in the signing on 31 March 1854 of the Convention of Kanagawa. The view by the expedition artist, Wilhelm Heine was prepared for Perry's "Narrative of the Expedition of an American Squadron to the China Seas and Japan.".

Tinted lithograph with original hand colour 16 x 24.6 cm, 21.9 x 28.9 cm (sheet), edges a little age-toned, but in very good condition. A beautifully composed view of a Temple in Simoda (Shimoda) on the southeastern Izu peninsula, after a painting on the spot ("from nature") by William Heine and prepared for Commodore Perry's "Narrative of the Expedition of an American Squadron to the China Seas and Japan.". Perry visited Shimoda in April 1854, staying for three weeks and as his account bears witness was much impressed by the traditional way of life.