French Paper Fan
DateProbably late 19th century
Object NameFan
Mediumpaper and wood
ClassificationsFashion and Dress
DimensionsLength:29.2 Cm
AcquisitionThe Peggy Walker Gift, 1984.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS006901
About MeGreen paper fan with wooden sticks.The paper mount which narrows to one side is pale green and printed with a black lacey floral pattern with reserves left for publicity messages for for 'Faucon', which appears to be a Parisien fan maker and repairer. (Eventails is french for fans, and is repeated several times on the fan). The reverse is also printed.
Possibly late 19th century
Taisho Period, c.1924
Possibly 1920s
1930-1960
Late 17th - Early 18th Century
