Description: Vintage Japanese Paper Uchiwa Fan This is a Japanese vintage paper fan or Uchiwa. Uchiwa is a traditional fan tool typically made of wood or bamboo and paper in a flat paddle-like shape. This particular fan is called a sesson uchiwa, a uniquely shaped fan with a wide, flat bottom and a thick handle. Its frame is completely bamboo and has washi paper carefully pressed onto it with a silhouetted iris (ayame) floral design. This type of fan was made popular in the Muromachi Period and is still handcrafted to this day. Beige, brown, gray, black Paper, wood Kanji on back: A short description of the history of sesson uchiwa C1990 Item weight: 31 grams Packed weight: 231 grams Approx. 35.5 cm long x 26 cm wide Good condition considering age. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos. Acquired at the famous Osu Antique Market in Nagoya, Japan Shipping: Items will be shipped out via Japan Post Airmail airmail with tracking. EMS is also available. You can select the shipping method at checkout. Please inquire about combined shipping. About Us: We are Dan and Maiko. Since moving to Japan in 2001, we have gained a vast knowledge of Japanese antiques and vintage items and we are happy to bring you many beautiful items from Japan. If you have any questions please contact us.
Price: 22.46 USD
Location: Ama-Gun, Aichi
End Time: 2024-12-10T14:10:39.000Z
Shipping Cost: 15 USD
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Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 60 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
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Color: Multi-Color
Primary Material: Paper
Age: Post-1940
Original/Reproduction: Vintage Original
Region of Origin: Japan
