2012.73.26

Children's celluloid brise fan. Blades and left guard are hand painted with swags and pink flowers. Blades are interconnected by a cream satin ribbon, and pierced along the outer edge. Metal rivet with a celluloid button and celluloid loop.

Read about the development of early plastics such as celluloid and Bakelite.

Guard length: 4.75"
Open width: 8.75"
Arc (degrees when open): 150
16 blades / 2 guards

ca. 1915—1920

Anonymous gift

This online exhibition is made possible through a generous grant from the Fan Association of North America (FANA).