Accession Number

2010.011.002

Description

A roll of c. 1890 "Saijo Crepe Toilet Tissue", the label in a Japanese-inspired font and decorated lanterns, a pagoda, and symbols, the verso reading "sheet size 4 1/4 X 5. Gross weight 5 ozs. Tare 5/8 oz.".

Narrative

Manufactured toilet-paper became increasingly popular during the late 19th Century. This exceedingly rare example was made in about 1885-1890.

History of Use

Unknown. This toilet-paper was purchased from Los Angeles, CA collector and vendor of Victorian plumbing equipment. 

Date

circa 1885 – 1890

Dimensions

11 x 11 x 11 cm

Material

Paper

Brand Name

Saijo

Technique

Milled; Printed