Fan with white sheet of paper, hand-painted, centered in a church, colonial style with trees, shrubs with flowers and some people. Fifty wooden sticks. Metal handle and button.
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Title: Hand-painted paper hand fan
Creator: Rubio Sevilla
Physical Dimensions: A 29.5 X Env 52.5 cm
Provenance: The hand fan, with its various shapes and luxurious materials, became an indispensable complement to society's clothing during the 19th century and is considered a strong symbol of lux and elegance.
Rights: GOVERNO DO ESTADO DO RIO DE JANEIRO / SECRETARIA DE ESTADO DE CULTURA / FUNDAÇÃO ANITA MANTUANO DE ARTES DO ESTADO DO RIO DE JANEIRO – FUNARJ / CASA DA MARQUESA DE SANTOS - MUSEU DA MODA BRASILEIRA