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Brisé Fan (France), 1730–60

This is a Brisé fan. It is dated 1730–60 and we acquired it in 1902. Its medium is carved wood sticks with hand-colored engraved paper medallions. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Mrs. Cadwalader Jones. It is credited Gift of Mrs. Cadwalader Jones.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 28 x 43.2 cm (11 x 17 in.)

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Brisé Fan (France), 1730–60; carved wood sticks with hand-colored engraved paper medallions; H x W: 28 x 43.2 cm (11 x 17 in.); Gift of Mrs. Cadwalader Jones; 1902-14-1

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