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19th‑century Italian fan, made of bone, dating to ca. 1850–1900, with finely carved sticks and a pastoral scene painted and framed in gold leaf; dimensions 52 × 27 × 4 cm.
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Splendid example of an antique fan, a object of great charm that embodies the elegance and refinement typical of the 19th century. This piece represents an excellent testimony to the craftsmanship of the time, skillfully uniting pictorial art and applied decoration.
The upper part of the fan features a finissime (finest) scene of pastoral life, rich in details and characters. The composition is adorned by a splendid floral and geometric frame in gold leaf, which frames the painting giving it a majestic and luxurious appearance. The colors are vibrant and well preserved, capable of transporting you immediately to an atmosphere from another era.
The ribs are a true masterpiece of carving.
The item presents itself in good preservation condition, considering the era. The painting maintains its intensity, and the mechanical structure is solid. The natural traces of time only confirm the authenticity of this magnificent collectible object.
Please carefully view the attached photographs, an integral part of the description, to appreciate every single detail of this artefact.
Original case of the Neapolitan firm Giovanni Gilardini
Splendid example of an antique fan, a object of great charm that embodies the elegance and refinement typical of the 19th century. This piece represents an excellent testimony to the craftsmanship of the time, skillfully uniting pictorial art and applied decoration.
The upper part of the fan features a finissime (finest) scene of pastoral life, rich in details and characters. The composition is adorned by a splendid floral and geometric frame in gold leaf, which frames the painting giving it a majestic and luxurious appearance. The colors are vibrant and well preserved, capable of transporting you immediately to an atmosphere from another era.
The ribs are a true masterpiece of carving.
The item presents itself in good preservation condition, considering the era. The painting maintains its intensity, and the mechanical structure is solid. The natural traces of time only confirm the authenticity of this magnificent collectible object.
Please carefully view the attached photographs, an integral part of the description, to appreciate every single detail of this artefact.
Original case of the Neapolitan firm Giovanni Gilardini
Details
Era
1400-1900
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Italy
Material
Bone
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
27 cm
Width
52 cm
Depth
4 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
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