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1901

  • Work on this object began.

1925

  • Work on this object ended.

1953

  • We acquired this object.

2012

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2025

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Brisé Fan

This is a Brisé fan. It is dated early 20th century and we acquired it in 1953. Its medium is carved and painted wood blades, painted silk ribbon, mother-of-pearl washer. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Mrs. Max Farrand. It is credited Gift of Mrs. Max Farrand.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 23.5 x 40.6 cm (9 1/4 in. x 16 in.)

Cite this object as

Brisé Fan; carved and painted wood blades, painted silk ribbon, mother-of-pearl washer; H x W: 23.5 x 40.6 cm (9 1/4 in. x 16 in.); Gift of Mrs. Max Farrand; 1953-143-21

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