DepartmentAsia

Japanese Fan

NameJapanese Fan

DateMid 20th century

Place madeJapan, East Asia, Asia

MediumRice Paper, Bamboo, Paint

DimensionsC: 16.5" X 11.5"W

Credit LineMuseum of International Folk Art, gift of Lloyd E. Cotsen and the Neutrogena Corporation, A.1995.93.

Object numberA.1995.93.1639

DescriptionA half section of bamboo is split into many thin ribs which have been layered between two pieces of rice paper. The unsplit half of the bamboo serves as a handle. Designs (of ocean waves) have been painted on in shades of blue with a white background.