Hand-painted Vintage FLAT Sign Japanese fan 1 1/4” across at lip

1 1/4” across at lip and at base

and 1 1/4" across at opening

This is one of the most curious ashtrays I have encountered

presumed to be either Chinese or Korean

75 inches in diameter and 2

Hand-painted Vintage FLAT Sign Japanese fan 1 1/4” across at lipNothing fussy about this hand painted vintage sign, which I assume was once used to advertise a flat for rent. I found it at the estate sale of an actress and philanthropist and like to imagine it was a souvenir from perhaps a first apartment rental in New York or London, where many memorable things happened! I just love the matte red against white, its great patina, and it's directness now as a declaration of flatness! 9 3 4" long x 3 3 4" tall x 3