Not on display

Fan

18th century (made)
Place of origin

Fan of ivory, minutely carved and pierced with figures, animals and birds.

Object details

Categories
Object type
Materials and techniques
Carved and pierced ivory
Brief description
Fan, carved and pierced ivory, China, 18th century
Physical description
Fan of ivory, minutely carved and pierced with figures, animals and birds.
Dimensions
  • Length: 19.1cm
Style
Credit line
Given by Sir Matthew Digby Wyatt and Lady Wyatt
Object history
Given by Sir Matthew Digby Wyatt and Lady Wyatt, accessioned in 1876. This acquisition information reflects that found in the Asia Department registers, as part of a 2022 provenance research project.
Collection
Accession number
2178-1876

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Record createdJune 25, 2009
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