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Fan, Hand
Object/Artifact
Golden colored horn brise fan with lacy points of 2 alternating designs; painted gold designs, silver spangles on both sides of front guard, and on alternate points. Brown silk ribbon threaded through the top. MOP buttons, steel rivet, no loop. 7.25” x 13”
G88.085
Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection
1810 - 1830
User Age: Adult Gender: Female
Hand Fan
Fan
Tortoise Shell
Piercing
Horn
Brise