Hand-Painted Butterfly Folding Fan
Object NameFan
Mediumpaper, wood and lacquer
ClassificationsFashion and Dress
DimensionsLength:21 Cm
AcquisitionThe Peggy Walker Gift, 1984.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS006902
About MePaper butterflies fan with black lacquer patterned sticks.The first complete band is printed with pinkish coloured flowers. Along the top of the paper mount are two rows of blue and black printed butterflies which are cut out to create a three dimensional sculpted effect, this is particularly striking when the fan is folded up. The fan is completed with a brass finger ring with a black velvet ribbon attached.
Probably late 19th century
Possibly late 19th century
Taisho Period, c.1924
1930-1960
Early 20th century
