A Short History of People Living Abroad (Kaigai jimbutsu shōden) 1853

"A Short History of People Living Abroad (Kaigai jimbutsu shōden)" is a woodblock-printed book (surimono) created by the artist Utagawa (Gountei) Sadahide in 1853. It is a multi-volume work, with each volume measuring 10 x 7 1/8 x 1/4 inches. The book, currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, provides insights into Japanese perceptions of foreigners and their lives abroad during the Edo period. The cover of this particular volume displays the title in large, bold characters, suggesting its significance as a primary text for understanding Japanese history and culture.