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Gift of Gennaro J. Capobianco, 2005.180.84  © 2013 The Connecticut Historical Society.
Fan
Gift of Gennaro J. Capobianco, 2005.180.84 © 2013 The Connecticut Historical Society.

Fan

Date19th-20th century
MediumMetal, wood, lace, sequins, rope tassel
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width): 22 1/2 x 1in. (57.2 x 2.5cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Gennaro J. Capobianco
DescriptionWoman's folding oriental style fan. Eighteen wooden spindles with flower and vine engravings with silver "dotting". Attached to spindles is white lace trimmed in black witg loral designs and sequins on one side and black frayed lace on the other. Connected to base of fan is an ornate metal ring with a black and white tassel.
Object number2005.180.84
Subject Terms
    On View
    Not on view
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