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Brisé Fan (China), 1840–60

This is a Brisé fan. It is dated 1840–60 and we acquired it in 1912. Its medium is carved and pierced ivory sticks, silk ribbon. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Clarence Hoblitzelle. It is credited Gift of Clarence Hoblitzelle.

Its dimensions are

H x W (open): 25.4 x 40.6 cm (10 x 16 in.)

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Brisé Fan (China), 1840–60; carved and pierced ivory sticks, silk ribbon; H x W (open): 25.4 x 40.6 cm (10 x 16 in.); Gift of Clarence Hoblitzelle; 1912-10-4

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