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Folding fan
Chinese for export
Qing Dynasty
late 18th century
Object Place: China
Medium/Technique
Painted paper; bone
Dimensions
Overall: 26cm (10 1/4in.)
Other (open maximum): 46cm (18 1/8in.)
Other (open maximum): 46cm (18 1/8in.)
Credit Line
Oldham Collection
Accession Number1976.393
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAsia, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionFolding fan with painted scenes, on the obverse is a black and brown outlined scene with three ships flying the flags of Netherlands, Sweden, and Denmark, sailing past a port city. On the reverse is a small bouquet of blue and pink flowers. Gilt paper binding at top. Pierced and painted bone sticks with three medallions showing outdoor settings. One guard are painted floral motifs, the other is not decorated and may be a replacement.
ProvenanceOldham Collection; Gift from Esther Oldham to the MFA, June 9, 1976