Museum Collections
Luce Center
Fan
Object Number:
INV.11655
Date:
1840-1870
Medium:
Ivory, silk, paint, gilding, brass, mother of pearl
Dimensions:
closed: 9 x 2 x 1 in. ( 22.9 x 5.1 x 2.5 cm )
Description:
Fan with carved and pierced ivory guards and sticks with gold painted decoration; silk leaf with painted scene of amorous couple in forest setting; brass handle and rivet with mother of pearl button.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.




