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Handscreen

This is a Handscreen. It is dated mid- 18th century and we acquired it in 1927. Its medium is engraved and hand-colored paper leaf, turned wood handle. It is a part of the Textiles department.

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Handscreen; engraved and hand-colored paper leaf, turned wood handle; 1927-17-4

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<ref name=CH>{{cite web |url=https://collection.cooperhewitt.org/objects/18314313/ |title=Handscreen |author=Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum |accessdate=24 April 2024 |publisher=Smithsonian Institution}}</ref>