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Folding Hand Fan
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Folding Hand Fan

DateEarly 1900s
Terms
  • Fans
  • Steel
  • Fabric
  • Mother-Of-Pearl
  • Paint
  • Europe
  • United States
Dimensions31.73 cm (12 1/2 in.)
MarkingsA name is written on the back but is illegible. A label is attached, "Reed."
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Joanna Ballou Savery (1995)
Object number1995.20.48
DescriptionMother of pearl and fabric fan. Net has a painted floral design in pink and blues, with butterflies. Mother of pearl has broken in several places; repairs evident. 1995.20.1-.197: fan collection.
Collections
  • Historic Clothing