A 19th century painted paper mache fan featuring a peasant scene. A man smoking surrounded by animals is in the foreground of the composition, while a woman bakes in the background. Dimensions are: 16 5/8 inches long X 10 3/4 inches wide, 42.2 cm X 27.3 cm. All measurements are approximate. Condition: There is loss to the paper mache on the edge and handle, and some surface wear to painting. Provenance: From a private CT collection.