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1952

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2013

2025

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Pleated Fan, late 18th century

This is a Pleated fan. It is dated late 18th century and we acquired it in 1952. Its medium is gilded parchment leaf painted with watercolor; carved and pierced mother-of-pearl sticks with gold foil, pin set with a faceted stone. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Unknown. It is credited Gift of Anonymous Donor.

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Pleated Fan, late 18th century; gilded parchment leaf painted with watercolor; carved and pierced mother-of-pearl sticks with gold foil, pin set with a faceted stone; Gift of Anonymous Donor; 1952-161-204

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