Folding Cabriolet Fan with Scene of Figures in a Courtyard Garden

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late 18th–early 19th century · Paper, ivory · European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

Cabriolet fans like this one are distinguished by their multiple leaves, divided by arcs of exposed sticks. Set one above the other, they suggest the spoked wheels of "cabriolet" style horse drawn carriages. This fan is a lovely example of Chinese work, its painted leaves colorfully evoking a scene at the imperial court- a popular type produced specifically for the European export market.

Artist

Unknown

Date

late 18th–early 19th century

Medium

Paper, ivory

Culture

Chinese, for the European Market

Department

European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

Credit line

The Moses Lazarus Collection, Gift of Josephine and Sarah Lazarus, in memory of their father, 1888-95