This elegant vintage folding fan is gently used and is made of traditional materials: paper and wood. The fans design decorated in most likely hand-painted with a natural scene featuring flowers and leaves. On the back of the fan is most likely an artist's signature and some calligraphy.
 
Condition: B+, gently used with very faint flaws from wear.
Fan Length: 6 in
 
Fans have significant cultural value in Japan, and there is a certain measure of pride associated with them. Many people have a fan tucked into their obi for ease of access in warmer months.