Vintage Japanese Paper Uchiwa Fan
This is a Japanese vintage paper fan or Uchiwa. An uchiwa is a traditional fan tool typically made of wood or bamboo and paper in a flat paddle-like shape. This particular fan features a daruma doll with kanji on its sides. This lacquered paper uchiwa is red and black with gold and beige accents.
- Red, black, gold, beige
- Paper, bamboo, lacquer
- C1990
- Some characters: 七転八起 shichiten hakki "Fall seven times, stand up eight" never give up, 開運招福 kai-un shofuku inviting good fortune
- Item weight: 24 grams
- Packed weight: 300 grams
- Approx. 33 cm long x 22.5 cm wide
- Good condition considering age. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos.
- Acquired in 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.
