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1931

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Pleated Fan, 1840–1849

This is a Pleated fan. It is dated 1840–1849 and we acquired it in 1931. Its medium is painted paper leaf, carved, pierced and painted ivory 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): 27.9 x 42.5 cm (11 x 16 3/4 in.)

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Pleated Fan, 1840–1849; painted paper leaf, carved, pierced and painted ivory sticks; H x W (open): 27.9 x 42.5 cm (11 x 16 3/4 in.); Gift of Eleanor Garnier Hewitt; 1931-65-165

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