Collection Highlights
Armchair
Date:
1785-1789
Object Number:
1916.7
Medium:
Mahogany; pine, poplar
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Luce Center
Fan
Object Number:
1958.37
Date:
1870-1900
Medium:
Mother of pearl, silk, lace, metal
Dimensions:
closed: 10 1/2 x 1 1/4 x 1 in. ( 26.7 x 3.2 x 2.5 cm )
Description:
Fan with mother of pearl guards and sticks, black lace leaf with peach silk lining, and metal handle with beige silk tassel.
Gallery Label:
According to the accession records, this fan was probably owned and used by members of the Gracie family.
Credit Line:
Gift of Mrs. Charles Jackson
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
