Pleated Fan, 19th century (CH 18472601-2)
Summary
Pleated fan with double leaf. Obverse: a narrow printed and hand-colored paper leaf showing a pastoral scene. Reverse: a painted parchment leaf showing a coastal scene. Elaborately pierced and gilded mother-of-pearl sticks. Rivet set with clear faceted stone and gilt metal bail. Tassel of silk and metal threads.
Tags
Date
1850
Source
Cooper Hewitt Smithsonian Design Museum
Copyright info
public domain