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1931

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2013

2025

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Pleated Fan (Italy), mid- 18th century

This is a Pleated fan. It is dated mid- 18th century and we acquired it in 1931. Its medium is skin leaf painted with gouache; carved, gilded and painted sticks. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was bequest of Sarah Cooper Hewitt. It is credited Bequest of Sarah Cooper Hewitt.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 30 x 55 cm (11 13/16 x 21 5/8 in.)

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Pleated Fan (Italy), mid- 18th century; skin leaf painted with gouache; carved, gilded and painted sticks; H x W: 30 x 55 cm (11 13/16 x 21 5/8 in.); Bequest of Sarah Cooper Hewitt; 1931-6-111

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