Bronze clad gunbai-uchiwa war fan, Japan, Meiji era, 19th century
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Directory: Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Swords and Related: Pre 1900: Item # 1424897
Directory: Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Swords and Related: Pre 1900: Item # 1424897
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$1,200.00
War fan, gunbai uchiwa, made of bronze clad wood, in the shape of a butterfly. In low relief on front and back the text Hachiman Daibosatsu, surrounded by generic family crests in the shape of quinces. Hachiman is a war deity. These fans were traditionally handled by samurai commanders to direct his troops in battle. It is also a symbol of power. Japan, Meiji era, late 19th century.
H 21.5 x W 15.75 inches
Some corrosion, good condition