Fan
Artist
Japan
Date1880's - 1890's
MediumIvory
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Mrs. F. E. Kimball
Object number1940.24.6
DescriptionThe leaf is silk on which flowers have been painted and embroidered. On the left side, bottom, white iris have been painted, purple ones have been embroidered. On the right side top white wisteria has been painted, purple embroidered. The leaves of both groups of flowers are painted. The sticks of ivory overlap and are carved witha 'relating design' of wisteria and birds. The back of the fan does not have a lining. The ribs of the sticks show and are not carved. There is a tassel.On View
Not on viewCollections
1760-80
late 19th or early 20th century, maybe
1920-1925
1890's - 1900's
18th century
Late 19th century
late 19th C.
19th century
Late 19th century, maybe