Japanese Umbrella Parasol Wagasa Vtg Paper Bangasa Geisha Simple Red JK771

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.
This paper umbrella is simple with a solid red color. The headpiece at the very top is a yellow and brown vinyl fabric with yellow and blue string. The inner frame is bamboo stained a medium brown and tied together with yellow string. The handle is made of slender natural bamboo lacquered with black and has a metal end piece. Closed, the outer ribs are lacquered rich reddish-brown with orange tips.

• Red, black, brown
  
• Used on sunny days
  
• Bamboo, paper, vinyl, metal
• C1970
• Item weight: 425 grams
• Packed weight: 1000 grams
• Approx.  74 cm long, 108 cm wide when opened fully [94 cm on first pin]
• Good condition considering age. Wear and tear due to age. Please see photos.
• Acquired from an antique auction in Tajimi, Gifu, Japan

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