Hand fan - Silk - Precious antique fan
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Antique hand-painted silk fan leaf with a natural mother-of-pearl frame and gold embellishments, dating to 1850–1900, European manufacture, in good overall condition with the original box.
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Precious antique collectible fan with pierced mother-of-pearl, gilding, and a hand-painted silk page - With original box - European manufacture, late 19th century
Description of the item
Epoch and Origin: Late 19th century (Belle Époque period, ca. 1880-1900). European high-quality manufacture, reminiscent of French or Italian artisanal tradition, which during this period expressed the peak of decorative taste for prestigious accessories.
The Mounting: An expertly made piece. The ribs and guards are crafted in natural mother-of-pearl, characterized by a vivid and deep iridescence. The lower part is enriched with meticulous fretwork featuring floral and geometric motifs, further embellished by delicate hand gilding that defines the details of the friezes, creating an elegant and luminous contrast. The external guards have a dark lacquered finish that adds depth and highlights the central mother-of-pearl’s brilliance. The closing rivet is original and fitted with a gold-plated engraved ring, typical of ballroom models of the era.
The Leaf (Page): Made of silk and finely hand-painted on both sides (front and back), a hallmark of exquisite workmanship. The principal side depicts a refined neoclassical gallant scene with figures in period costumes placed in a pastoral landscape, finished along the upper edge with an elegant gold profile.
Dimensions:
Closed rib length: 24 cm
Maximum opening (spread): 42.5 cm
Closed thickness: 2.3 cm
Dimensions:
Closed rib length: 24 cm
Maximum opening (spread): 42.5 cm
Closed thickness: 2.3 cm
Conservation Conditions: The item presents well overall, consistent with the period. The mounting is intact and structurally solid. The silk page shows the natural signs of aging tied to its age, which are visible in detail in the attached photos and should be carefully observed to fully appreciate the item’s condition.
Note: The fan is accompanied by its original vintage box (visible in the photos), a markedly rare and valuable element that significantly increases the lot’s collecting interest. Please note that one side of the box is slightly damaged/worn (as highlighted in the dedicated photo).
Please review the entire photo set carefully, which forms an integral part of this description.
Precious antique collectible fan with pierced mother-of-pearl, gilding, and a hand-painted silk page - With original box - European manufacture, late 19th century
Description of the item
Epoch and Origin: Late 19th century (Belle Époque period, ca. 1880-1900). European high-quality manufacture, reminiscent of French or Italian artisanal tradition, which during this period expressed the peak of decorative taste for prestigious accessories.
The Mounting: An expertly made piece. The ribs and guards are crafted in natural mother-of-pearl, characterized by a vivid and deep iridescence. The lower part is enriched with meticulous fretwork featuring floral and geometric motifs, further embellished by delicate hand gilding that defines the details of the friezes, creating an elegant and luminous contrast. The external guards have a dark lacquered finish that adds depth and highlights the central mother-of-pearl’s brilliance. The closing rivet is original and fitted with a gold-plated engraved ring, typical of ballroom models of the era.
The Leaf (Page): Made of silk and finely hand-painted on both sides (front and back), a hallmark of exquisite workmanship. The principal side depicts a refined neoclassical gallant scene with figures in period costumes placed in a pastoral landscape, finished along the upper edge with an elegant gold profile.
Dimensions:
Closed rib length: 24 cm
Maximum opening (spread): 42.5 cm
Closed thickness: 2.3 cm
Dimensions:
Closed rib length: 24 cm
Maximum opening (spread): 42.5 cm
Closed thickness: 2.3 cm
Conservation Conditions: The item presents well overall, consistent with the period. The mounting is intact and structurally solid. The silk page shows the natural signs of aging tied to its age, which are visible in detail in the attached photos and should be carefully observed to fully appreciate the item’s condition.
Note: The fan is accompanied by its original vintage box (visible in the photos), a markedly rare and valuable element that significantly increases the lot’s collecting interest. Please note that one side of the box is slightly damaged/worn (as highlighted in the dedicated photo).
Please review the entire photo set carefully, which forms an integral part of this description.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Title additional information
Precious antique fan
Country of origin
Europe
Material
Silk
Colour
Multicolour
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
24 cm
Width
42.5 cm
Depth
2.3 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
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