Fan

46-23-17

From: Malay Archipelago (uncertain)

Curatorial Section: Oceanian

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Object Number 46-23-17
Current Location Collections Storage
Provenience Malay Archipelago (uncertain)
Section Oceanian
Materials Plant Fiber | Wood | Paper | Cotton
Description

Semicircular fan with painted wood grip and stiff plant fibers. Circular central section of leather with painted geometric design (red, green, cream). Long stiff fibers (roots?) knotted around about three-fourths of the edge; the other fourth being the painted wooden grip. Catalogued as "India," but similar to 15418, which is catalogued as "East Indies."

Height 33 cm
Width 50 cm
Credit Line Gift of Mrs. Joseph Krauskopf, 1946

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