Hand fan - Gilt wood

Spanish fan in mother-of-pearl and hand-painted silk with rococo pastoral scenes, framed in gilded wood, dated September 1958

The Spanish fans in mother-of-pearl and silk represent a craft tradition that traces back to the 18th century, when Spain became one of the leading European centers for the production of luxury fans. The finely pierced mother-of-pearl mounts and the hand-painted scenes on silk or paper demonstrate the technical excellence of Iberian artisans. This 1958 specimen belongs to the postwar revival period of traditional Spanish craftsmanship, when master abanico-makers continued to produce high-quality pieces following century-old techniques.

These framed fans are particularly sought after by collectors of Spanish decorative arts, vintage fashion accessories, and 20th-century applied arts objects. Their charm lies in the combination of artisanal mastery, historical-cultural value, and aesthetic beauty. Enthusiasts of Iberian culture, interior designers specializing in Mediterranean styles, and collectors of vintage feminine accessories appreciate these pieces for their timeless elegance and for the testimony they offer of Spanish artisanal traditions that survived into the mid-20th century.