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Fan Holder

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Rectangular object with rounded ends, made of dark material, possibly wood or leather. The object is adorned with a floral pattern and Chinese characters in white. The top features an ornate design resembling a cloud. A black strap with a clasp is attached to the top. The strap has two small metal pieces. The object displays a floral design with leaves and flowers. The background of the image is light gray. The object titled "Fan Holder" by an unspecified artist.

Artwork details

Date:
18th–19th century
Medium:
Silk
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
246 × 625 px
Museum record:
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