Private fans collection of Evgeniya Doremidova
Saint-Petersburg

Folding “pocket” fan

  • France, circa 1900
  • Folded size: 9 cm, unfolded size: 16,5 cm

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    Leaf: fabric, lace, paper.

    Frame: bone, carving, pivoting mechanism.

This kind of folding fan was made as far back as the XVIIIth century. Throughout the history of fans, craftsman have endeavoured to make them more convenient.

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With pride & excitement I am presenting to you my collection of antique hand fans. In collection are represented hand fans from different countries, centuries & style.

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