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Black-and-white photograph of a fan made of finely carved pieces, featuring nude figures and cherubs among foliage. — Art Institute of Chicago · Public Domain · Reuse terms

England / 1775/1800

Fan

Fan

Look closely at Fan. Black-and-white photograph of a fan made of finely carved pieces, featuring nude figures and cherubs among foliage.

WHY IT’S INTERESTING

What detail would you point out to someone seeing this for the first time? The Art Institute dates Fan to 1775/1800.

SERENDIPITYA little unexpected

FamiliarWeird

A CLOSER LOOK

Painted by Benjamin West (American, 1728–1836) England made this costume and accessories. The museum dates it 1775/1800.

The original museum record has the full image, attribution, and catalog details. Return to the work after reading its record and see what you notice.

FOLLOW THE EVIDENCE

Art Institute of ChicagoFan

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