Ibasen - Japanese Zodiac Fan - Horse

2026 - the year of the horse - dynamic energy, independence, bold change, increased social opportunities and creative self-expression.

Year of the Horse - 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002, 2014, 2026

People born in the year of the horse tend to be beautiful and enjoy traveling with boundless energy.

These handmade Junishi fans represent the animals of the Japanese zodiac. These emblematic figures are stretched to fill the surface of the fan, creating a play of appearance and deformation. The use of gold ink links the drawings together to create an amusing and magical bestiary.

Design by Jacques Averna

Jacques Averna lives in Paris and designs objects and spaces. He offers creative solutions that combine low-tech, playfulness, and sustainability. He sees objects and spaces as signs that need to be made accessible for understanding and use. His work has been exhibited internationally and won several awards.

Made by hand in Japan