Traditional Folding Fan BIRDS AND FOUR SEASONS

This beautiful art is drawn by Sakai Hoitsu, the founder of the Edo Rinpa school. As the name suggests, the picture scrolls depicting the flowers and birds of the four seasons are full of colorful colors and creatures, making it fun to watch.
The hand fans are printed by COLLOTYPE, a unique printing method that was invented in France and perfected by Japanese craftsman over 150 years. Rich, opaque pigment ink is carefully printed, layer by layer, on the highest quality of "Washi" Japanese paper, for an unparalleled depth, detail and intensity. 

The Benrido Atelier is a COLLOTYPE workshop based in Kyoto, Japan and has mastered the art style since 1887. Their beautiful designs make for amazing Japanese gifts, decorations and souvenirs. The printing requires the best materials, with quality ink and handmade Japanese washi paper, and experienced craftsmen are the only ones able to properly design the prints - Each individual step requires experience and eye for detail to create beautiful tones and to properly balance the pigment.