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OSTRICH FEATHER FAN

Creator(s): Unknown

Currently in storage


About this object

Folding light purple ostrich feather fan with dark purple feathers individually tied on the end of each light purple feather. Faux tortoiseshell sticks, guards, loop, and pivot cover with a metal pivot. Black 1 ¾ silk ribbon hangs from loop 16 ½” long. (12 sticks, 2 guards)

Object name:
OSTRICH FEATHER FAN
Made from:
ostrich feathers --faux tortoise shell --metal --silk
Date made:
1910-1920
Size:
22” H x 29” W

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:
2014.3.26
Signature marks:
Credit line:
Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973