Chinese Ivory Framed Fan with Lacquer Box
OwnerOwned by
James Cromar Watt
(Aberdeen, Scotland, 1862 - 1940)
Date19th Century
Object NameFan
Mediumivory, wood, lacquer, silk and paper
ClassificationsFashion and Dress
DimensionsFan Closed: 22.5 x 2cm
Box: 5.5 x 28.5 x 7cm
Box: 5.5 x 28.5 x 7cm
AcquisitionJames Cromar Watt Bequest, 1941.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS089823
About MeThe fan has 16 ivory sticks. The front and back ones have carved patterns of figures, willow trees, lotus flowers, pavilions, pine trees and bamboo leaves. The middle sticks are much thinner and individually designed; each has pierced background and figures in various poses.
Qing Dynasty, late 19th century
James Cromar Watt
Qing Dynasty, 19th century
Qing Dynasty, 19th Century
Qing Dynasty, 19th century
James Cromar Watt
Ming Dynasty, 1522 - 1619
James Cromar Watt
Qing Dynasty, Qianlong Period, 1736 - 1795
