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Fan

English
about 1790–early 19th century
Object Place: England

Medium/Technique Painted paper
Credit Line Oldham Collection
Accession Number1976.308
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsCostumes

DescriptionFan with stipple engraved and painted paper leaf. Center medallion brown engraved scene of two men and horse standing beside kneeling woman under tree, signed "...Published by W. Sanders E(?)..." (obscured by sequins), border embroidered with steel sequins; painted decorative scrolling design with embroidered steel sequins to top sides against rose background; narrow silvered band edging. Bone sticks. Mother-of-pearl rings on rivet.