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OSTRICH FEATHER FAN

Creator(s): Unknown

Currently in storage


About this object

Folding red ostrich feather fan with yellow transparent celluloid, sticks, guards, loop, and pivot center with metal pivot. Sticks are doubled (two put together) for stability. Feathers were once sewn together for stability.

Object name:
OSTRICH FEATHER FAN
Made from:
ostrich feathers --celluloid --metal
Date made:
1910-1920
Size:
30” H x 39” W

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:
2014.3.28
Signature marks:
Credit line:
Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973