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Brisé Fan (Switzerland)

This is a Brisé fan. It is dated late 19th century and we acquired it in 1931. Its medium is carved ivory sticks. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was bequest of Sarah Cooper Hewitt. It is credited Bequest of Sarah Cooper Hewitt.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 20 x 36.9 cm (7 7/8 x 14 1/2 in.)

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Brisé Fan (Switzerland); carved ivory sticks; H x W: 20 x 36.9 cm (7 7/8 x 14 1/2 in.); Bequest of Sarah Cooper Hewitt; 1931-6-127

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