Vintage Japanese Paper Sensu Folding Fan Modern art a hallmark of quality export

a hallmark of quality export production during the Meiji era

Caption writer: Koppi Dōjin (骨皮道人)

It measures 3 1/2" interior diameter by 4 1/2 exterior diameter at the widest pointby 1 1/2" tall (9 int 11

It's traditionally used for a lively game call Hanetsuki where players hit a feathered "birdie" somewhat like badminton

Vintage Japanese Paper Sensu Folding Fan Modern art a hallmark of quality exportThis is a vintage Japanese Sensu or folding fan (c. mid to late Showa Period). They are usually made of paper or silk and bamboo or plastic and very often hand painted. Having been mainly in storage for many decades, this remains in overall good condition. These sensu tend to measures from about 8" to 10" long.