Feather fan
Category
Costume
Date
1860 - 1900
Materials
Ostrich feather, japanned wood, brass.
Measurements
320 x 580 x 40 mm
Collection
Springhill, County Londonderry
NT 603582
Summary
A woman's fan made from black ostrich feather and wood. The ostrich feathers are graduated in colour from black to brown centre front, attached to japanned wood guards, sticks and ribs, which are decorated with piercing and carving in a floral motif. The fan is secured at the base with a brass pivot and handle, intact.