P4 Antique Japanese Advertising Poster – Kanto Sanso Agricultural Industry, Early 20th Century

An agricultural industry advertising poster from the late Meiji / early Taisho period.

The composition blends traditional Japanese imagery with Western-influenced industrial themes, exemplifying the Taisho Modern aesthetic and the visual language of Japan’s early modernization.

This poster reflects the moment when Japanese industry and agriculture began to be presented through modern commercial imagery while still preserving classical visual elements.

Details:

• Product: Agricultural industry advertising

• Subject: Agriculture and industry

• Period: Early 20th century (late Meiji / early Taisho)

• Technique: Lithographic advertising poster

• Country: Japan

• Framed with museum glass