Collections record Beta
Collection Record Detail
Object Name
Fan
Object Number
1976-13-1
Description
Fan with translucent tortoise shell handle. Handle made of two thin pieces that criss-cross each other several times ending in separate pointed ends at the bottom. Top of handle has two thin round arms that extend along the base of the fan. Body of fan made of heavy parchment paper. Top of fan rounded. Pierced design across body of fan creating design out of area of voids and solids. In center is painted devil like figure - gold body, fancy hats and loin cloth. A large snake is wrapped around his waist.
Category
Date Made
mid-late 19th century
Dimensions
11" length x 11 1/4" width
Materials
Social Tags (experimental)
