Vintage Japanese Fabric Uchiwa Fan
This is a Japanese vintage fabric fan or Uchiwa. Uchiwa is a traditional fan tool typically made of wood or bamboo and paper in a flat paddle-like shape. This particular fan is a classic rounded shape with dark indigo blue fabric that features a very elegant iris design with thin leaves. The back side is made of plain white paper and has a red stamp seal. The frame is made of a thin piece of bamboo. It is functional, but also excellent as a decorative piece.
- Blue, white, brown
- Fabric, paper, bamboo
- Kanji on back: Hida Takayama
- C1970
- Item weight: 25 grams
- Packed weight: 300 grams
- Approx. 40.5 cm long x 25.5 cm wide
- 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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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 and we are happy to bring you many beautiful items from Japan. If you have any questions don't hesitate to get in touch with us.
