Vintage Japanese Folding Fan Sensu
This is a traditional Japanese folding fan called sensu. You can use this when it's hot or as decoration. It is sometimes used in traditional Japanese dance. It is a gradient red to white paper with gold floral accents (chrysamthemum, balloon flower). The frame is natural bamboo lacquered black. The end pieces are fastened by white string.
This type of fan is called maisen and is traditionally used by maiko and geisha for dancing. Likewise, shimaisen are similar in structure and are used in Noh or other traditional theatrical performances.
- Gold, blue, red, black
- Paper, bamboo
- C1970
- Fan approx. 29 cm long x 50 cm wide
- Item weight: 53 grams
- Packed weight: 200 grams
- Good condition considering age. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos.
- Acquired at the famous Osu Antique Market in Nagoya, Japan
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