Fan

85-24-18A

From: Thailand | Bangkok

Curatorial Section: Asian

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Object Number 85-24-18A
Current Location Collections Storage
Culture Thai | Buddhist
Provenience Thailand | Bangkok
Date Made 1900-1985
Section Asian
Materials Fabric | Wood
Inscription Language Thai Language
Description

This fan is held in front of the face to block out worldly distraction when chanting or reciting during a ceremony. Ovoid blue fabric fan with green, pink and orange embroidered Naga with orange embroidered inscription above reading "ที่ระลึกในงานอุปสมบท" or "in memory of work done while ordained". Yellow, white and orange border design. Gold tape around edge.

Credit Line Museum Purchase, 1985

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