Fan
1875-1900 (made)
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Black silk taffeta fan painted with cupids and orange blossom. The name 'Georgie' is inscribed on the obverse, and a stylised coat of arms on the reserve with the motto 'Spes mea deus'. Wooden sticks and guards.
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Materials and techniques | Painted silk taffeta |
Brief description | Painted taffeta fan, Great Briatin, 1875-1900. |
Physical description | Black silk taffeta fan painted with cupids and orange blossom. The name 'Georgie' is inscribed on the obverse, and a stylised coat of arms on the reserve with the motto 'Spes mea deus'. Wooden sticks and guards. |
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Production type | Unique |
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Credit line | Given by Stella, Lady Ednam |
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Bibliographic reference | Fashion : An Anthology by Cecil Beaton. London : H.M.S.O., 1971
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Accession number | T.486-1974 |
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Record created | September 11, 2007 |
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