handscreen


handscreen

Summary

Pair of handscreens. Papier mache. On 1 side printed design showing 2 oriental scenes in floral borders, slightly different on each fan. Opposite side covered with coloured feathers, with butterfly design in centre. Handles of turned ebony with ivory band at shoulder.


Object Name

handscreen

Date Created

1800-1820

accession number

1947.846/2

Place of creation

Europe

Medium

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