Mid 20th Century Chinoiserie Shadow Box Art of Three Miniature Japanese Fans

Description

This vintage Chinoiserie Shadow Box contains (3) three miniature Japanese gold fans which really pop against the black background with … more This vintage Chinoiserie Shadow Box contains (3) three miniature Japanese gold fans which really pop against the black background with white sides. The red Enameled shadow box frame with interior gold trim accent compliments the fan art and reinforce the Chinoiserie design. Each fan has a different design that look fabulous together: one appears to be green tree tops floating next to purple and white flora, one is red bamboo and one appears to be orange blossoms on a tree limb. This shadow box would look lovely displayed in your living room, den, bar area or bath -- wherever you need a little Asian influence in your interior decor.

Back: The back side of the shadow box has both a wood easel and hanging wire
Dimensions: 15.125"L x 8.5"W x 1.5"H
Condition: Great vintage condition (with a barely visible small nick/ indent on the top left); see pics for details.

What are Japanese folding fans called?
The sensu or ōgi (folding fan) is an implement used to fan wind. It has been used in Japan by the nobility and monks as an accessory and a ceremonial item since the Heian period. less