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What are Japanese fans called?
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A folding fan from Japan is called a “sensu” or “o-gi” while a non-folding fan is called an “uchiwa.” Both styles of hand fans were used as a material to write and communicate through as well as showcase social status. Browse a selection of authentic Japanese fans on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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2.11 cts of Diamond Japanese Fan Pendant Set
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by the elegance of Japanese fans, this pendant set exudes a refined and artistic charm
Category
2010s Indian Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Japanese Fan Motif Textile Design: Antique Lithograph, 1880s
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: Japanese Fan Motif Textile Design: Antique Lithograph, 1880s
This elegant lithograph from
Category
Antique 1880s Prints
Materials
Paper
Intricate Patterns of Japanese Fan Design, from Audsley’s Decorative Art, 1884
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: Intricate Patterns of Japanese Fan Design – Plate IV from Section VII
Description: This
Category
Antique 1880s Prints
Materials
Paper
Japanese Fans and Floral Heliogravure Print by G. A. Audsley, Paris, c. 1880
Located in Langweer, NL
Japanese Fans and Floral Heliogravure Print by G. A. Audsley, Paris, c. 1880
This exquisite
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Antique 1880s Prints
Materials
Paper
Double-Sided Japanese Fan — Edo Period, Hand-Painted on Silver Leaf Paper
Located in Fukuoka, JP
Japan, Edo period (1603–1868)
Size: 49 × 30 cm
A magnificent double-sided Japanese folding fan
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Antiquities
Materials
Wood, Paper
Signed Japanese Fan Shaped Mixed Metals / Silver Box Okimono by Miyamoto Shoko
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine signed Japanese mixed metals okimono.
In sterling silver with applied copper bands
Category
20th Century Japanese Boxes and Cases
Materials
Silver, Mixed Metal
