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1925

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Pleated Fan, late 19th–early 20th century

This is a Pleated fan. It is dated late 19th–early 20th century and we acquired it in 1931. Its medium is painted paper leaf, wood sticks. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Eleanor Garnier Hewitt. It is credited Gift of Eleanor Garnier Hewitt.

Its dimensions are

H x W (open): 24.8 x 44.5 cm (9 3/4 x 17 1/2 in.)

Cite this object as

Pleated Fan, late 19th–early 20th century; painted paper leaf, wood sticks; H x W (open): 24.8 x 44.5 cm (9 3/4 x 17 1/2 in.); Gift of Eleanor Garnier Hewitt; 1931-65-164

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