Japanese royal dance fan Hand fan - Bamboo
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A bamboo maiogi dance fan from Japan, dating to 1990–2000, with a black front face and silver vine patterns, red-lacquered outer ribs, a paper face on both sides (front with design, back bearing a Japanese inscription), about 22.5 cm closed length and a 40 cm span when opened, in excellent condition.
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A maiogi (dance fan) used in traditional Japanese dance, including Kabuki and various classical dance forms.
The ribs are crafted from bamboo and feature delicate openwork; the outer, larger ribs are finished with red lacquer.
The fan face is made of paper on both sides: the front features a black background adorned with silver vine-scroll patterns, while the back is plain and bears a Japanese inscription.
Dimensions: 22.5 cm in length, with a span of approximately 40 cm when fully opened.
This is a pre-owned item, showing minor signs of age and wear from use. It remains fully functional and opens and closes smoothly. Does not include the original box.
A maiogi (dance fan) used in traditional Japanese dance, including Kabuki and various classical dance forms.
The ribs are crafted from bamboo and feature delicate openwork; the outer, larger ribs are finished with red lacquer.
The fan face is made of paper on both sides: the front features a black background adorned with silver vine-scroll patterns, while the back is plain and bears a Japanese inscription.
Dimensions: 22.5 cm in length, with a span of approximately 40 cm when fully opened.
This is a pre-owned item, showing minor signs of age and wear from use. It remains fully functional and opens and closes smoothly. Does not include the original box.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Japan
Material
Bamboo
Designer/artist/maker
Japanese royal dance fan
Colour
Black
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
0 cm
Width
40 cm
Depth
0 cm
Estimated period
1990-2000
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