COSTUME: fan, China, Canton (place of manufacture), c. 1850s, length of guards 300mm (bone, feather)

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COSTUME: fan, China, Canton (place of manufacture), c. 1850s, length of guards 300mm (bone, feather)

3548508 COSTUME: fan, China, Canton (place of manufacture), c. 1850s, length of guards 300mm (bone, feather); 30x55 cm; Glasgow Museums, UK; (add.info.: E.1942.70.d.2.[dup2]

COSTUME
fan
China, Canton (place of manufacture): United Kingdom (place of use)
circa 1850s
bone, feather
length of guards 300 mm: width when open 550 mm: span 160°

Fan with bone sticks and guards with leaf of goose feathers edged with eiderdown. Obverse leaf painted with peacocks, butterflies and flowers. Reverse leaf painted with flowers.); Photo © CSG CIC Glasgow Museums Collection

Media ID 38472310

© Photo © CSG CIC Glasgow Museums Collection / Bridgeman Images

19th Century Fashion Fan (object)

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EDITORS COMMENTS
This stunning print captures a piece of history in the form of a COSTUME fan from China, specifically Canton, dating back to the 1850s. The intricate details of this fan are truly mesmerizing - with bone sticks and guards adorned with delicate goose feathers edged with eiderdown. The obverse leaf is beautifully painted with peacocks, butterflies, and flowers, while the reverse leaf features an equally exquisite floral design. Measuring at a length of 300mm for the guards when closed and boasting a width of 550mm when open, this fan spans an impressive 160°. Its craftsmanship reflects the skilled artistry that was characteristic of Chinese artisans during this time period. Housed in Glasgow Museums in the UK, this fan serves as a reminder of the cultural exchange between China and Europe during the 19th century. It not only showcases fashion trends of that era but also highlights the beauty and elegance associated with traditional Chinese costume accessories. As we admire this piece through Bridgeman Images' lens, we are transported back in time to appreciate the rich heritage and craftsmanship embodied in every detail of this exquisite COSTUME fan from Canton.

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