 Click thumbnail for a larger image. | Date: 1930 -
Description: Pleated black paper fan with wooden handles. Opens to form at least a semi-circle (in current delicate condition, to open wider may tear the paper). The handles are covered in a fine brown fabric and have metal caps on the tips (one cap is missing). Belonged to, and probably made and used by, Hilda Blundstone (1914-2003) who lived most of her life on Flinders Island, having arrived there in 1937 to take up the position of teacher at Whitemark School. Format: realia Object: fans (accessories) Material: paper; wood (material) Titles: Personal Fan Subjects: women's clothing & accessories People/Orgs: Blundstone, Hilda Institution: Furneaux Historical Research Association Inc. Object number: FHR_00655 Disclaimer The content of this record is provided by Furneaux Historical Research Association Inc.. For any questions about the content please contact them. |
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