Japanese Childrens Umbrella Parasol Vtg Wagasa Bangasa Paper Blue Flowers JK626

Vintage Japanese Wagasa Umbrella 

Whether paired with a beautiful kimono or in the hands of an elegant Geisha, Japanese traditional umbrellas (wagasa) are a popular fashion accessory as well as an eye-catching home decor piece.
The main design of this parasol is flowers in red and faded blue with subtly colored leaf and petal silhouettes. The headpiece at the very top is a paper-covered cap painted with black. The inner frame is tied together with pink string and the outer ribs are plain bamboo strips. The handle is made of slender solid wood with a brown lacquered bell-shaped end piece. This item is unique in that it is made for a child.

• Red, blue, beige, brown, pink
• Used on sunny days
• Bamboo, wood, paper
• C1930
• Item weight: 250 grams
• Packed weight: 850 grams
• Approx.  47 cm long, 76 cm wide when opened
• Good condition considering age. Opens and closes well. Minimal tearing. Lacquer is cracking/chipped on handle. Pink thread on inner frame is fraying, but still functional. Please see photos.
• Acquired from an antique auction in Tajimi, Gifu, Japan

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