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Two-sided paper hand fan

H.Gray

Museu da Moda Brasileira

Museu da Moda Brasileira
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Two-sided advertising hand fan of printed paper. On one side, landscape scene: couple in late 19th century costumes on the left, a lake with anchored boat and surrounding vegetation. On the other side, a red mill and four figures of human figures. Fourteen sticks in light wood. Buttons made of metal.

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  • Title: Two-sided paper hand fan
  • Creator: H.Gray
  • Location Created: Paris, France
  • Physical Dimensions: A 24.0 X Env 35.2 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.
  • Type: Hand fan
  • Photographer: Caique Bellato
  • 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
  • Medium: Wood, paper, print, collage, montage
Museu da Moda Brasileira

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