Folding fan, Japan, Meiji period (1868–1912) Of the ogi sensu type, the paper panel is painted in ink, colors, and gold highlights, depicts on one side a lakeside landscape animated by figures, fishermen, and boats, set among dwellings, trees, and mountains, while the other side is adorned with a composition of flowers and birds by the water’s edge. The hanging cords and ivory tassels are finely decorated with flowers, a butterfly, and a bird in brown-gold and silver tamaki-e. The mounting is completed with a metal hanging ring. Length: 36.2 cm; gross weight: 152 g Signs of wear, stains, and minor damage to the paper and the mount. The juxtaposition of ukiyo-e-style painting on the sheet and a richly decorated ivory mount is characteristic of Japanese objects produced primarily for export during the Meiji period.