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Brisé Fan, mid- 19th century

This is a Brisé fan. It is dated mid- 19th century and we acquired it in 1940. Its medium is carved, pierced and painted ivory sticks, silk ribbon. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Samuel L. Israel. It is credited Gift of Samuel L. Israel.

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Brisé Fan, mid- 19th century; carved, pierced and painted ivory sticks, silk ribbon; Gift of Samuel L. Israel; 1940-119-4

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