Vintage Japanese Hagoita 羽子板 Decorative Paddle Geisha 28" Nesting Bowls It is by the great

It is by the great Japanese artist Yoshitoshi Tsukioka (1839 to 1892)

Length  = 28

The lidded top section was used for the storage and use of suzuri (ink stone) with brushes

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

Vintage Japanese Hagoita 羽子板 Decorative Paddle Geisha 28" Nesting Bowls It is by the greatThis 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.