Brisé fan

1875–1900

Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum
New York, United States

Brisé fan. Ivory sticks painted to resemble "vernis martin" showing a group of figures seated under a tree; gorge and guard painted with Chinoiserie. Silk connecting ribbon and purple tassel. Metal bail and faceted red stone at rivet.

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Title: Brisé fan
Date Created: 1875–1900
Location Created: France
Original Source: See this work of art on the Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum website
Medium: Painted ivory sticks, silk ribbon and tassel, metal bail, faceted stone at rivet
Credit line: Gift of Sheila Bruce

Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum

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