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"Birth of Adonis" fan leaf
French
About 1757–63
Object Place: France
Medium/Technique
Paper; mounted double engraved and hand-colored paper fan leaf commemorating Seven Years' War
Dimensions
32.2 cm (12 11/16 in.); Legacy dimension: Open: 56.9 cm, Guard: 32.2 cm
Credit Line
Oldham Collection
Accession Number1976.563
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsEurope, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionUnmounted double paper fanleaf, commemorating Seven Years' War (1757-63). Engraved and hand colored: Fredrick II on horseback led by Fame with trumpet, Religion and Justice, followed by Wisdom and Fortitude, Cupid with laurel wreath above, marching against Maria Theresa (Queen of Hungary) and the king of France chased by Popery, Envy and Hypocricy. Inscribed "Representation" left.