Vintage Japanese Paper Sensu Folding Fan Clock Matsuyama returned to Japan

Matsuyama returned to Japan

Kissaki: Chū-kissaki

This suzuribako (portable calligraphy tansu) has three drawers and a lidded top section

Dimensions: each panel approximately 14" × 9

with the engaging patina collectors prize

Vintage Japanese Paper Sensu Folding Fan Clock Matsuyama returned to JapanThis 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. Please note condition issues in photographs.