19th Century Gold Painted Hand Fan with Antique Courting Scene
$ 88.71
Description
19th Century Gold Painted Hand Fan with Antique Courting Scene. Era: Napoleon III piece inspired by antique fans. Width (fan portion): approx. Material: Painted board with decorative wood handle. Surface shows age-related marks consistent with display use. Charming vintage decorative hand fan featuring a romantic 18th-century pastoral scene, painted in soft tones on a gold-toned background. The scene depicts a gentleman offering flowers to a lady in a wooded setting, framed by an ornate baroque-style scroll border. Crafted in a wood composite or pressed board with a turned handle (now shortened), this piece evokes the elegance of Rococo or Victorian revival styles. Ideal as a wall accent or collector’s item. Details: Total Length: 11 inches Handle Length: approx. 4.5 inches (partially broken) Width (fan portion): approx. 7 inches at widest point Material: Painted board with decorative wood handle Style: Rococo/Baroque Revival Condition: Vintage wear throughout with patina and a broken handle (shortened). Surface shows age-related marks consistent with display use. Era: Napoleon III piece inspired by antique fans. Notes:this is a decorative piece designed for display. Its delicate imagery and aged charm make it a beautiful accent for shabby chic, French country, or historical decor. Ships with care to protect its painted surface.
