These two postal stationery cards dated 1889 and 1890 were sent to Maeda Yoshihiko from Hobunkan Yoshioka Heisuke of Osaka. Founded in 1885 as a publishing wholesaler, Hobunkan focused on a wide range of printed materials, including textbooks, literary works, newspapers, and periodicals. The 1889 card is singed by Iwamoto Eishichi (岩本栄七), while the 1890 card is signed by Iwamoto Eishichi and Yoshioka Heisuke. However, based on the handwriting style, they appear to be by the same hand; the addressing also appears to be by that hand.
It is interesting to note here that Mori Kinseki (森琴石, 1843-1921), who studied Western-style painting like Maeda Yoshihiko, worked extensively with Hobunkan (宝文館 ほうぶんかん), providing illustrations for various publications. This partnership allowed his artwork to reach a broader audience, as Hobunkan was known for its wide distribution network and quality publications.
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