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1925

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2015

2025

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Handscreen, 18th century

This is a Handscreen. It is dated 18th century and we acquired it in 1925. Its medium is painted paper leaf with applied silk, carved wood handle. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Advisory Council. It is credited Purchased for the Museum by the Advisory Council.

  • Hand Mirror
  • nickel-plated copper alloy.
  • Gift of Teresa Kilham.
  • 1958-80-8

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Handscreen, 18th century; painted paper leaf with applied silk, carved wood handle; Purchased for the Museum by the Advisory Council; 1925-1-65

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