This fan is constructed from an ivory-colored silk moiré leaf decorated with painted floral sprays in pastel colors on recto, single gilt floral spray on verso. Carved ivory sticks and guards set with silver and mirrors, mother-of-pearl washer, with brass ring and ivory-colored silk cord and tassel.
Date:
ca. 1850
Maker:
unknown
Material:
carving (processes), ivory (tooth component), moiré, painting (coating), silk (textile), silver (metal)
GUSN:
30228
Accession Number:
1924.323