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Fan, Hand
Object/Artifact
One ivory and silver foil paper fan. The ivory end sticks have cut out vines and leaves that show the silver paper beneath, while the other sticks have smaller vines cut out (almost a feather stitch pattern). The sticks are joined with a metal bar and mother of pearl beads. The embossed silver foil paper fan has a morning glory pattern. It is tarnished and has taken on a slightly pink hue,
2005.041.12
Genesee Country Village and Museum
Accessory
Adult, Female
Historic Costume
1870 - 1890
Personal Accessories
15 in
3/4 in
9 in
Ivory
Paper
Silver Foil