Collection Highlights
An Historical Account of the Black Empire of Hayti: comprehending a view of the principal transactions in the revolution of Saint Domingo; with its antient and modern state
Date:
1805
Object Number:
LIB.F1923.R15.1
Medium:
Paper, book
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Fan
Object Number:
1947.251
Date:
1915-1930
Medium:
Palm leaves, silk, lace, ribbon, bone, plastic
Dimensions:
Overall: 11 1/2 x 8 1/2 x 1/2 in. ( 29.2 x 21.6 x 1.3 cm )
Marks:
stamped in gold: on handle: "TRADE MARK", "The Norman", and "IMPERIAL BRUSH FACTORY"
Description:
Advertising fixed fan (handscreen) composed of palm leaves, pink silk, white ribbon, and beige lace, centering a molded plastic ornament on either side; bone handle.
Gallery Label:
This fan is a souvenir from "The Norman," a hotel in Cuba.
Credit Line:
Gift of Miss Louise M. L. Puig
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
