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Folding fan (ogi)
probably Japanese
early 20th century
Object Place: Japan (probably)
Medium/Technique
Silk; Painted
Dimensions
24 cm (9 7/16 in.)
Credit Line
Oldham Collection
Accession Number1976.438
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAsia, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionLight blue silk crepe leaf. Painted kingfisher on embroidered branch with roses; white silk tape binding at top. Carved ivory sticks with morning glories; bamboo-shaped blades above shoulders. Stylized steel ring.
ProvenanceTransferred from Asiatic Dept. to Textiles.