Vtg Japanese Traditional Paddle Hagoita With Box

This item is a Hagoita wooden paddle decorated with fabric. It shows a Japanese Kabuki actor dressed in a gorgeous light green, orange, blue and red kimono. The cloth part is made of silk and synthetic hair mimics the Kabuki Lion wig. The back of the paddle is painted and represents a Japanese plum tree and Japanese pine tree branches. The handle of the paddle is covered with velvet fabric. This hagoita paddle comes in its original paper box. Shuttlecocks are not included. 

Hagoita is the wooden paddle used to hit shuttlecocks made of soapberry seeds and bird feathers, that is used to play the traditional Japanese pastime called Hanetsuki ( Japanese badminton) during the New Year. This is a three-dimensional fabric art (Oshie-Hagoita) of a woman or geisha in a kimono. The design is beautiful, so it would be nice as a room decoration.

• Black, white, light green, orange, gold
• Wood, fabric (velvet, silk, other)
• C1970
• Item weight: 1704 grams
• Packed weight: 2600 grams
• Approx. 75 cm long x 32 cm wide x 2 – 10.5 cm thick
• Good condition. Some discoloration. Some stains. Head has come loose from the base. Damage, tear and wear on box. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos.

• This piece was purchased at the famous Osu Antique Market in Nagoya, Japan

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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. We are excited to offer you a delightful glimpse of the beauty that Japan has to offer. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us.