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Description: | Painted paper leaf with scene of exotic flowers and birds, including Chinese Phoenix (symbol of love), in various colours. 3 floral sprays painted on reverse. Ivory guards carved with Chinese trees, buildings and flowers. Ivory sticks carved with Chinese landscape against pierced background. Mother of pearl disc each end of pin. Mounted open on card mount. Chinese made for the English market.
Technique: painting
Technique: carving
Technique: pierced
Material: paper
Material: ivory
Material: mother-of-pearl
Material: card
Chinese fan | Source: | Manchester City Galleries | Identifier: | mcag.emu.ecatalogue.28559 | Go to resource |
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