A neo-classical fan
Maker: Unknown
The silk leaf is set with three stipple engravings printed in colour, all on silk, the reserves painted with Pompeian decorations and sequins. In the centre is a classical allegory, of a seated figure of a woman and two putti preparing garlands of flowers. To the left of the image two figures approach. To the right of seated figure stands male lover with cupid behind.
The ivory sticks pierced and fretted, and chased with silver and gold.
History note: The Lennox Boyd Collection. Christies no. 6.
Accepted by H.M. Government in lieu of inheritance tax from The Lennox Boyd Estate
Method of acquisition: Allocated (2015-04-27) by H.M. Government
18th Century
Production date:
circa
AD 1790
Leaf
composed of
silk
Sticks
composed of
ivory
Accession number: M.30-2015
Primary reference Number: 204654
Stable URI
Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Applied Arts
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