Paper fan with copper rococo embossed designs on outer leaves and top of fan. Center of fan depicts five figures in eighteenth century dress outdoors. Back of fan has embossed floral design. 18 ivory sticks with carved designs. Small mirror on outer guard stick. Small metal pivot with ribbon.
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Article of Clothing/Dress/Costume
Fan
Clothing Sex
Female
Textile Details
Material
Paper, Ivory
Color
Cream, Multiple Colors
Made/Created
Artist
Unknown
Date made
1825 - 1870
Time Period
Early to mid 19th century
Place
* Untyped Place
Unknown
Label/Inscription/Signature
Type
None
Dimensions
Length
25.9 cm
Condition
Overall Condition
Fair
Condition Detail
Adhesive Residue, Tear, Fading
Notes
Some fading and tears where fan folds. Mirror end of fan does not unfold completely, leaves appear to be glued together.
