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Brisé fan: M.1-1987

Current Location: In storage

Maker(s)

Maker: Unknown (Probably)

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Description

Crepe paper, originally white, now discoloured buff, on plain wood sticks.

Legal notes

Given by Lady Furness

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1987-06-08) by Furness, Lady

Dating

20th Century, Early
After 1900 - Before 1920

Components of the work

Sticks composed of wood
Leaf composed of crepe paper
Guards Length 18.8 cm

Inscription or legends present

  • Text: Prince of Wales Theatre
  • Location: Right stick
  • Method of creation: Stamped
  • Type: Inscription

References and bibliographic entries

Identification numbers

Accession number: M.1-1987
Primary reference Number: 118090

Audit data

Created: Saturday 6 August 2011 Updated: Tuesday 25 February 2020

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Applied Arts

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