Asian Souvenir "Uchiwa" Leaf Fan With Ukiyo-e Reproduction Art by Sharaku NWT

Asian Souvenir "Uchiwa" Leaf Fan With Ukiyo-e Reproduction Art by Sharaku NWT Souvenir "uchiwa" or leaf fan is a traditional Japanese fixed fan (a fan which does not fold away), traditionally used to create a breeze to keep cool in hot weather or to fan flames during cooking This is a rounded fan made of bamboo framework covered with a reproduction Ukiyo-e print on Japanese paper Approximate measure: 9-3/8" W x 15" L with handle Inscription: 東洲斎寫樂画　- Painted by Tōshūsai Sharaku Censor's seal, 極　Approved Publisher's mark, Tsutaya Jūzaburō (蔦屋重三郎) Japanese Ukiyo-e painter Tōshūsai Sharaku was active from 1794-95 Ukiyo-e is a genre of Japanese art which flourished from the 17th through 19th centuries. Its artists produced woodblock prints and paintings of such subjects as female beauties; kabuki actors and sumo wrestlers; scenes from history and folk tales; travel scenes and landscapes; flora and fauna New to Poshmark? Use my referral code "Indy_Sisters" to get $10 off your FIRST Poshmark order! Bundle with other items in my closet for further discount offers Please use pictures as an inclusive part of the description; Enlarge photos for individual details Smoke and pet free home