Brisé fan 1875–89 probably French This is a classic example of a brisé fan, which is constructed of individual sticks held together with connecting ribbon or threads at the top. There is no leaf. The tortoiseshall pattern presents a strikiing visual effect when held to the light and moved back and forth. A special touch is the elaborate monogram on the Brisé fan. probably French. 1875–89. tortoiseshell, silk, synthetic

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