WWII Japanese POW Painting

By mvdoughty1954, 14 April, 2014
Description

My father was stationed in the Philippines during WWII.  There was a Japanese POW who painted this picture on a G.I. issued hankerchef in exchange for 2 packs of cigarettes.  My father died almost 18 years ago and there are no grandchildrem to pass this painting on to.  I would like to sell it and possibly to a museum so that it can be preserved.  I have no idea as to how much this painting is worht.  Could you possibly put a value on it?  Thank you in advance for your response.   Sincerely, Mary V Doughty

Category
Asian Art
Medium
Cotton with watercolor paint
Distinguishing marks
Japanese writing but I have no idea what it says.
Condition
Good
Size and dimensions of this item
10.5" x 0.001" x 9.5"
Date Period
Between 1943 and 1945.
Weight
0.0001 lbs.
History
Between 1943 and 1945 my father was stationed with the Air Force on the Philippine Islands. He was a radio operator. There was a young Japanese POW who painted this picture on a G.I. issued hankerchef in exchange for 2 packs of cigarettes.
Price Paid (If known)
$0
For Sale?
Yes
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