Fan

French

first half 19th century

Not on view

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Title: Fan
Date: first half 19th century
Culture: French
Medium: Ivory, gilt
Dimensions: 6 1/2 × 10 3/4 in. (16.5 × 27.3 cm)
Classification: Fans
Credit Line: Bequest of Mary Strong Shattuck, 1935
Object Number: 35.80.45
Curatorial Department: European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

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