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1868-1899
GUSN-34159
This fontange-type (scallop-shaped) fan shows carved and pierced ivory guards and cellulose sticks, with a white silk, tapered leaf embellished with painted flowers in pinks and blues on recto, backed with gauze. Ivory washer; celluloid ring.
commodes (headdresses)
accessories
carving (processes)
cellulose
gauze
ivory (tooth component)
piercing
silk (textile)
floral patterns
Fan, Hand
Fan, Hand
Unknown
Gift of Miss Anne F. Caryl
1931.1161
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