Fans at the Athenaeum
Object ID:
2012.73.25
Description:
Brise fan. Pierced wood blades and carved wood guards are joined by a red connecting ribbon. Outer edges of the blades and guards are cut in a serrated pattern.

Dimension Details:
Guard length: 6.75"
Open width: 11.5"
Arc (degrees when open): 180
13 sticks / 2 guards

Date:
20th century
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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