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Fan Holder

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Fan Holder, by unknown artist, shows a long, narrow, dark-colored object with a rounded top. The object features a decorative design at the top, comprising two curved lines on either side of a knot-like pattern. A cord with a decorative knot is attached to the top right. The main body of the object is adorned with various white designs. The object appears to be made of fabric and features decorative stitching around the edges. The background of the image is light-colored.

Artwork details

Date:
18th–19th century
Medium:
Silk
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
231 × 625 px
Museum record:
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