Artist: Unknown, maker; Date(s): circa 1700 - circa 1710; Classification(s): fans, folding fan, piercing, Double leaf of skin strengthened with net, painted in bodycolour and gilt. Sticks of ivory, shaped, pierced and strengthened at the upper and lower ends with mother-of-pearl and brass (19+2). Rivet with mother-of-pearl button and washers; Acquisition: bought by Anne, Countess of Rosse, 1985-01-28, Purchased with a grant from the National Heritage Memorial Fund and a gift from the Friends of the Fitzwilliam [M.8-1985]
Description: Folding fan, double leaf of skin strengthened with net, painted in water colours and gilt. Sticks of ivory, shaped, pierced and strengthened at the upper and lower ends with mother-of-pearl and brass (19+2). Rivet with mother-of-pearl button and washers.