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Fixed war fan (Gum bai uchiwa)

Japanese
18th century
Object Place: Japan

Medium/Technique Iron
Dimensions 45 cm (17 11/16 in.)
Credit Line Oldham Collection
Accession Number1976.442
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsCostumes

DescriptionLacquered wrought iron leaf and handle with dragon (obverse), clouds and constellation (reverse), encrusted with gold and silver details; steel (?) rimon leaf, rings on handle. Blue and black tassel.
ProvenanceTransferred from Asiatic Dept. to Textiles.