Fans at the Athenaeum
Object ID:
2012.73.10
Description:
Machine made wood brise fan. Pierced sticks and guards are connected by a cream color silk ribbon. Slender red and green silk tassels are attached by a red cord to the metal loop.

Dimension Details:
Guard length: 9.375"
Arc (degrees when open):
Open width: 16"
18 sticks / 2 guards

Place of Origin:
China
Date:
1910?
Credit Line:
Anonymous gift
Acknowledgment:
This online exhibition is made possible through a generous grant from the Fan Association of North America (FANA).
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