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"Mandarin" fan
Folding fan
"Mandarin" fan
Chinese for export
Qing Dynasty
1850
Object Place: China
Medium/Technique
Painted paper; marabou feathers; ivory; silk; sandalwood; brass
Dimensions
Overall: 28.5cm (11 1/4in.)
Other (open maximum): 54cm (21 1/4in.)
Other (open maximum): 54cm (21 1/4in.)
Credit Line
Oldham Collection
Accession Number1976.417
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAsia, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionMandarin style continuous pleated paper leaf with painted figures, painted ivory faces and silk robes in various court scenes with an elaborate decorative border, gilt paper binding, and marabou feathers. Red, pink, and yellow floral borders with gilt binding. The sticks/blades are carved and pierced sandalwood with flowers. The guards are deeply carved with figures and floral patterning. White silk double tassel suspended from brass ring.
Black lacquer box with gilt decoration, painted blue silk and red paper lining.
Black lacquer box with gilt decoration, painted blue silk and red paper lining.
ProvenanceOldham Collection; Gift from Esther Oldham to the MFA, June 9, 1976