Hand-painted paper hand fan. In the center, large red poppy with shades of yellow and orange, green background. Thirty-two light wooden sticks, including master sticks. The painting lies on paper and sticks. Metal handle and buttons.
Details
Title: Hand-painted paper hand fan
Creator: Unknown
Physical Dimensions: A 30.5 X Env 53.5 cm
Provenance: The hand fan era, refreshing instruments used in operas, dances and receptions, comes to an end in the 1930s. In the past they were used in fashion, religion, battles or ceremonies, and were representatives of art, culture, geography and history, being a synonym of elegance in some countries and on special occasions.
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