Vintage Japanese Hagoita 羽子板 Decorative Paddle Geisha 28" Nesting Bowls The tea cup measures 3"

The tea cup measures 3" in diameter by 2" tall (7

black and red lacquer lidded bowl

The inside dimensions of top drawer is approximately 27" wide by 17" deep by 5

Length  = 28

This traditional technique reached a level of extreme mastery in the Meiji era and involves adorning a metal base

Vintage Japanese Hagoita 羽子板 Decorative Paddle Geisha 28" Nesting Bowls The tea cup measures 3"This is a vintage Japanese decorative Hagoita ( paddle). It's traditionally used for a lively game call Hanetsuki where players hit a feathered "birdie" somewhat like badminton. This is a festive actively played during the New Year's season and come with added benefit of helping to drive away evil spirits. Length = 28" Width = 11. 5" Height = 5" This Hagoita is colorfully decorated with hand painted flowers and a woman in full Geisha adornment.