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Fan Holder

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image is a black and white photograph. A long, thin, cylindrical object with a rounded top and tapered bottom is centered in the image. The object is light-colored and features a dark design. The design consists of a swastika symbol surrounded by floral patterns. A cord is attached to the top of the object via a metal piece. The cord loops to the left side of the image. A white border runs along the bottom of the image. The object titled "Fan Holder".

Artwork Details

Date
18th–19th century
Medium
Silk, metallic thread
Culture
China
Dimensions
238 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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