Fan with Handle Item Number: 25.873 from the Brooklyn Museum

Description

Feather fan with bark handle decorated with quillwork. The fan is circular with white feathers in the center and light blue, dyed feathers on the edges. A small bird body with brown and white feathers is affixed to the center.

Credit Line

Gift of C. T. Dotter

Item History

  • Made between 1868 and 1933

What

Name
Fan with Handle
Identification Number
25.873
Type of Item
handle and fan
Material
feather, porcupine quill, bark and bird body
Overall
length 13.5625 in, width 11.25 in

Who

Culture
Huron

Where

Holding Institution
Brooklyn Museum

When

Creation Date
between 1868 and 1933

Other

Classification
Accessory