Vintage Japanese Folding Fan Case

This is a vintage Japanese folding fan case/carrying sleeve, or sensubukuro. This case is made specifically for a maisen, or performing fan and has a long tapered shape. It is made from gray and red silk fabric with decorative pottery vase designs. Inside is a tan-colored lining. The top folds over and keeps closed with a silk blue tie.

• Gray, red, tan, blue
• Silk, fabric
• C1950
• Item weight: 16.4 grams
• Packed weight: 200 grams
• Approx. 31 cm long x 6 cm wide
• Good condition considering age. Some small tears on lining near top edge. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos.
• Acquired from an antique auction in Tajimi in Gifu, Japan.

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