2012.73.23

Balloon shaped folding fan with single fabric pleated leaf. Metallic gauze and black silk leaf is decorated with gold and copper color sequins and edged with black lace. Wood sticks are pierced and incised; wood guards are incised with a floral design. Metal loop at rivet.

Guard length: 5.75"
Leaf height: 3.25" to 5.25"
Open width: 9"
Arc (degrees when open): 120
14 sticks / 2 guards

c. 1915—1920

Anonymous gift

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