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Handscreen (France)

This is a Handscreen. It is dated mid- 18th century and we acquired it in 1931. Its medium is painted paper leaf, turned and gilded wood handle. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Sarah Cooper Hewitt. It is credited Gift of Sarah Cooper Hewitt.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 45.1 x 24.1 cm (17 3/4 x 9 1/2 in.)

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Handscreen (France); painted paper leaf, turned and gilded wood handle; H x W: 45.1 x 24.1 cm (17 3/4 x 9 1/2 in.); Gift of Sarah Cooper Hewitt; 1931-25-3

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