Gold Fan

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image depicts a decorative miniature fan that is elegantly crafted with a combination of gold and red colors, prominently featuring a red circle at its center, which resembles the Japanese flag. The fan rests on a black pedestal, which is adorned with delicate, painted floral motifs in shades of green and purple. At the top, two upright wooden supports hold the fan in place, connected by an ornate cord of deep blue with tassels that drape downward, adding a touch of intricate detail. Above the fan, there is a small horizontal wooden bar, possibly for balance or as part of the design aesthetic, creating a harmonious and balanced appearance.

The image depicts a decorative miniature fan that is elegantly crafted with a combination of gold and red colors, prominently featuring a red circle at its center, which resembles the Japanese flag. The fan rests on a black pedestal, which is adorned with delicate, painted floral motifs in shades of green and purple. At the top, two upright wooden supports hold the fan in place, connected by an ornate cord of deep blue with tassels that drape downward, adding a touch of intricate detail. Above the fan, there is a small horizontal wooden bar, possibly for balance or as part of the design aesthetic, creating a harmonious and balanced appearance.

Name/Title

Gold Fan

Entry/Object ID

2020.7.49

Description

A gold fan with the pattern of the Japanese flag. On the bottom is a hanging purple tassle. Fan is on top of a black podium with a wood stand. from a Hina-Matsuri set brought by Michik Takaoka to promote increased awareness of Japanese culture in 2004.