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Fan

French, by Faucon
about 1790–1820
Object Place: France, by Faucon

Medium/Technique Silk; gauze
Dimensions 55.5 cm (21 7/8 in.)
Credit Line Oldham Collection
Accession Number1976.240
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsCostumes

DescriptionFan with white silk gauze leaf with tiny steel sequins glued to form stylized initial "W," signed "F. Gidillot," decorative border of white silk yarns. Carved and pierced ivory sticks with chinoiserie motifs and forming Buddha when closed. Signed "depose [patented] Faucon" rear obverse guard. Stylized silver studs in rivet and ring. Condition: leaf very brittle.