Question 1

Is “Handscreen” in the public domain?

Accepted Answer

Yes. “Handscreen” is public domain and released under CC0, so it is free to download and reuse for any purpose, including commercially, with no permission needed.

Question 2

Where is “Handscreen” from?

Accepted Answer

It is catalogued from the open collection of Smithsonian Open Access and is free to reuse under CC0.

Question 3

Can I use “Handscreen” commercially for free?

Accepted Answer

Yes. As a CC0 public-domain work it can be used commercially, modified and redistributed with no fee and no attribution required.

Title	Handscreen
Date	1769–1800 18th century
Medium	Engraved and painted paper leaf, turned wood handle
Classification	costume & accessories
Origin	Paris, France Paris
Holding institution	Smithsonian Open Access
Credit line	Purchased for the Museum by the Advisory Council
Rights	Public domain (CC0)

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