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Ostrich Feather Fan
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| Accession #: | 1824.3 |
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| Title: | Ostrich Feather Fan |
| Object Type: | Fan, Hand |
| Participants: |
Campbell Family (user)
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| Physical Description: | Long ostrich feather fan that does not fold. The hair on the feathers is also very long. Feather is approximately 9 inches across. Handle of fan is made of celluloid in tortoise shell pattern with a ring at the tip. |
| Description: | As a married woman of means, Grace Campbell's lifestyle and her clothing showcased her husband's wealth. Accessories, such as fans, were no exception; their design, material and fit hinted at a woman's status. For evening events, Grace Campbell used this black feather fan. |
| Category: | Campbell Collection |
| Subjects/Topics/Concepts: |
Women (Women); Personal Artifact (Personal Artifact)
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| Geographical Reference: | Campbell House (Washington->Spokane County->Spokane) |
| Dimensions: |
Object L x W 28 x 11"
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| Materials/Techniques: |
feather (material) (Material)
celluloid (nitrocellulose) (Material)
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| Credit Line: | Gift of Mrs.W.C.Howe, 1961 |
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