The image features a large, open fan with detailed designs and a tall decorative feather quill standing upright near the center. The color palette is predominantly black and white, indicative of an etching, with various shades of gray depicting shadows and textures. The fan is positioned at the center, occupying most of the space, slightly open in a semi-circular manner. The feather quill rises vertically beside the fan, with its tip near the top edge of the image. Behind these items, there are abstract forms and lines suggesting fabric or textured surfaces, adding depth to the scene.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1863
- Medium
- etching and drypoint on cream laid paper
- Dimensions
- 2220 × 1935 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original