Fan made of palm leaf mounted on a circular frame wrapped with green and silver patterned silk, secured with bamboo handle with carved floral motifs. Attached to the bottom of the handle is a flat square knot made of yellow silk cord.
fan
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toy box (pastimes: toys)
object | 2001.425.2
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protective charm; necklace (neck ornament (personal adornment)); amulet
object | 5.3.62/25
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oil container (cosmetic container)
object | 9.8.52/2
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fan container (personal protection); lid (containers)
object | 0.65ii
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