Fan
Category
Costume
Date
1895 - 1910
Materials
Printed paper, japanned wood, gilding, sequins, brass.
Measurements
220 x 380 x 30 mm
Collection
Springhill, County Londonderry
NT 604193
Summary
A woman's fan, made from paper and wood. The front leaf is printed with a multi-coloured "Roman" style scene, embellished with silver sequins and gilding. The rear leaf is decorated with a similar scene, printed only in gold. The japanned wood guards, sticks and ribs are painted with a floral motif with gilded highlights and the fan is secured at the base with a brass pivot.
Provenance
Gift of Mrs Cordy-Simpson