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Parasol

1830-1869 (made)
Place of origin

This is a small fan with four, individually movable stretchers. The ivory ferrule features an enamelled image of the Royal Coat of Arms used from 1816-1837 above the motto PATENT PARATOUT. The eight ribs are painted red metal, possibly steel, as is the ornate inside cap. The four stretchers are also metal and ornate.


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Brief description
Parasol of dark green silk with fringe, ivory ferrule and wooden handle; English, 1830-1869
Physical description
This is a small fan with four, individually movable stretchers. The ivory ferrule features an enamelled image of the Royal Coat of Arms used from 1816-1837 above the motto PATENT PARATOUT. The eight ribs are painted red metal, possibly steel, as is the ornate inside cap. The four stretchers are also metal and ornate.
Dimensions
  • Length: 450mm
  • Max. circumference when open circumference: 1200mm (approx) (Note: Width of one panel multiplied by the number of panels)
Marks and inscriptions
PATENT PARATOUT (A scent bottle in the Royal Collection that was owned by Queen Charlotte bears the same enamelled plaque showing the Royal Arms and the same motto. It's object number is RCIN 9034)
Subject depicted
Collection
Accession number
T.261-1990

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Record createdJune 24, 2009
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