Fans at the Athenaeum
Object ID:
2014.34.01
Description:
Fixed fan made of straw intricately woven in a repeating geometric design. The fan leaf is edged with a narrow woven binding. The bamboo handle is covered with different shades of straw woven to create a diamond shaped pattern.

Dimension Details:
Overall dimensions 9.5" x 15.0"

Date:
c. 1920s — 1930s
Credit Line:
Gift of Susan R. Wetherill
Acknowledgment:
This online exhibition is made possible through a generous grant from the Fan Association of North America (FANA).
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side Aside A
side B (reverse)side B (reverse)