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1916

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Brisé Fan (Japan)

This is a Brisé fan. It is dated mid- 19th century and we acquired it in 1916. Its medium is lacquered and gilded wood sticks. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Georgina Schuyler and Louisa L. Schuyler. It is credited Gift of Georgina and Louisa L. Schuyler.

Its dimensions are

H x W (open): 20.3 x 34.3 cm (8 x 13 1/2 in.)

Cite this object as

Brisé Fan (Japan); lacquered and gilded wood sticks; H x W (open): 20.3 x 34.3 cm (8 x 13 1/2 in.); Gift of Georgina and Louisa L. Schuyler; 1916-29-112

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