Collapsible buckram fan of Mrs. Davis (nee Lott), 1890s or early 1900s

Name/Title

Collapsible buckram fan of Mrs. Davis (nee Lott), 1890s or early 1900s

Entry/Object ID

1989.24.9

Description

Acc. No.89.24.9 Subject Category: Fashion accessories Date or Period: 1890's or early 1900's Object: Fan Description: Unusual collapsible folding fan in nickel plated metal frame. When fan is opened it creates a circular shape. Fan appears to be made of polished buckram. Size: folded L-8 1/4 inches. History of Object: Fan that belonged to Mrs. William Henry Davis (nee Eleanor Jane Lott). Mr. & Mrs. Davis settled in Alameda in 1893. Acquired from: From the late Dorothy Birkholm Date: 9-20-1989