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Painting, Oil on Canvas of Aristocracy, by Johann Heinrich Tischbein
By Johann Valentin Tischbein
Located in Miami, FL
a folded hand fan.Painted by Johann Heinrich Tischbein.
German, mid-18th century.
Notes: Johann
Category
Antique 18th Century German Rococo Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Gilt Chinese Hand Painted Folded Fan
Located in Lomita, CA
This hand painted gilt monumental folded Chinese Export fan is worth collecting. This is a vintage
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Paintings and Screens
Materials
Bamboo, Paper
Vintage Mid-20th Century Asian Hand Painted Folding Large Wall Fan
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Extra Large Hand Painted Folding Fan Art.
Stunning vintage Asian large hand-painted folding wall fan
Category
Mid-20th Century Asian Chinoiserie Decorative Art
Materials
Paper
Extra Large Chinese Gilt Hand Painted Folding Fan Art / Screen
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
Monumental Chinese folding fan that is extra large when fully opened circa 1950's.
The colors are
Category
Vintage 1950s Paintings and Screens
Materials
Gold Leaf
Patriotic Folding Fan with American Flag Motif
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
the century. These fans remained popular until the 1940s.
CONDITION:
Hand-painted folding paper
Category
Mid-20th Century Decorative Art
Materials
Paper
Antique Victorian Cameo Brass Peacock Fireplace Fan Folding Screen
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Victorian Cameo brass peacock fireplace fan folding screen.
Gorgeous French brass
Category
Vintage 1920s Victorian Screens and Room Dividers
Materials
Brass
Jeux Contemporary Fan Shaped Wall Light Metal Origami Folded Limited Edition
By Jacobsroom
Located in Roma, IT
Inspired by the magnificent shape of a fan, Jeux is a limited-edition LED wall light that will
Category
2010s Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal
H 23.63 in W 47.25 in D 1.58 in
19th Century Leather and Gold Leaf Hand Fan
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A stunning and rare example of a 19th century hand fan, made of black leather and decorated with
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Collectible Jewelry
Materials
Gold Leaf
Japanese Contemporary Hand-CraftedSilk Two-Panel Folding Screen Orange Blue
Located in Takarazuka, JP
Japanese contemporary two panel "byobu" or folding screen featuring genryoku style handcrafted silk
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Decorative Art
Materials
Silk
Japanese Contemporary Hand-Craft Silk Two-Panel Folding Screen Brown Black
Located in Takarazuka, JP
Contemporary Japanese two-panel "byobu" or folding screen showcasing genryoku style handcrafted
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Decorative Art
Materials
Brocade, Silk
Customizable Desalto Fan Oak Top Table by Piero Lissoni
By Piero Lissoni, Desalto
Located in New York, NY
With the bold look of its sawn-effect oak top, the fan table displays a unique, precise style
Category
2010s Italian Tables
Materials
Oak
Chinese Coromandel Lacquer Eight Fold Screen, Early 20th Century
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A very good quality early 20th century Chinese Coromandel lacquer eight fold screen. Depicting a
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Lacquer
Materials
Lacquer
18th Century French Revolution Framed Madame De La Fayette Folding Evantail
Located in Germantown, MD
handing a sword to a soldier on his knees in a sign of respect. Written on it in French as " Le
Category
Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Decorative Art
Materials
Other
H 14 in W 22.75 in D 2 in
"Socialite with Ostrich Fan, " Art Deco Masterpiece in Porcelain by Meissen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
woman's eyes, earrings, and hands, the expressive folds of her dress, and the way her attire barely veils
Category
Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
H. Keller, Switzerland, Aquatint Panorama Bernese Oberland Hand Col
By Henry George Keller
Located in Norwich, GB
Zürich 1822.
19,5 x 192 cm.
Zurich, Keller & Füssli, (1822).
Fan-folded, partly hand coloured
Category
Antique 1820s Swiss Biedermeier Prints
Materials
Paper
1810 H. Keller, Switzerland, aquatint panorama Zurich hand col. 139 cm
Located in Norwich, GB
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Zurich, 1810.
Fan-folded, partly hand coloured (grey and green tones) aquatint in contemporary boards
Category
Antique 1810s Swiss Biedermeier Prints
Materials
Paper
H 7.68 in W 54.73 in D 0.04 in
Large Japanese Imari Charger, circa 1880. 21.5" (55cm)
Located in Brighton, Sussex
six fold screen with a men on horse back in a rural mountainous setting. Fans, floral and motif
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Goldscheider Vienna Art Déco Figure Elegant Lady Posing, By Claire Weiss, c 1931
By Claire Weiss, Goldscheider Manufactory of Vienna
Located in Vienna, AT
placed on the side of her pinned-up hair, a folded fan in her right hand, with her left hand on her hip
Category
Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
H 10.24 in W 4.73 in D 3.94 in
Japanese Maki-e Lacquer Document Box, Edo Period, early 19th Century, Japan
Located in Austin, TX
with images of folding fans, ogi, Edo Period, early 19th century, Japan.
The low, rectangular box with
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Edo Lacquer
Materials
Coral
Goldscheider Vienna Art Deco Figurine 'Ball Break' by Claire Weiss, ca 1938
By Claire Weiss, Goldscheider Manufactory of Vienna
Located in Vienna, AT
a ball mask and a fan in her hands.
The figure is based on a black oval base
Manufactory
Category
Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
H 10.63 in W 6.7 in D 5.91 in
Art Nouveau Figurine 'Pierrette' by Martin Wiegand, Meissen Germany, ca 1908
By Meissen Porcelain, Martin Wiegand
Located in Vienna, AT
, coquettishly looking up and smiling, holding a black half-mask to her chest in her right hand, a folded fan in
Category
Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
H 7.49 in W 6.3 in D 5.91 in
Carved Boxwood and Lacquer Netsuke of a Noh Dancer, Meiji Period, Japan
Located in Austin, TX
hand, a Shinto wand slung over the shoulder in the other.
The war fan, tessen, decorated in red
Category
Antique 1890s Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Boxwood, Lacquer
Goldscheider Vienna Art Deco Figure 'Carmen' by Josef Lorenzl Model 5616 ca 1930
By Goldscheider Manufactory of Vienna, Josef Lorenzl
Located in Vienna, AT
floral embroidery, holding a folded fan in front of her chest in her right hand.
On a cream-colored
Category
Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
H 18.12 in W 5.44 in D 6.3 in
Vintage Handpainted Silk Japanese Geisha Screen With Ricepaper Backing
Located in Waxahachie, TX
carrying a kimono, or hikizuri.
Some are holding a sensu, or folding fan.
Colors and prints painted on the
Category
Vintage 1970s Japanese Edo Paintings and Screens
Materials
Silk, Wood
No Reserve
H 47.25 in W 72 in D 3 in
Pair Of Antique Aesthetic Movement Portraits, Original Watercolour Paintings
Located in Bristol, GB
Lady Muriel with strawberry blond plaited hair, a lace shawl and holding a Japanese fan standing in
Category
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Paintings
Materials
Paper, Paint
H 27.56 in W 24.41 in D 1.58 in
Japanese Showa Two Panel Screen Embroidered Silk Gilt Boxes
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Charming Japanese Showa period two-panel folding byobu screen featuring an embroidered silk picture
Category
20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Paintings and Screens
Materials
Silk, Wood, Paper
Art Nouveau Silver Cutlery Set For 12 People In Original Case, Austria-Hungary
Located in Vienna, AT
slender bars that fan out at the end of the handles; without monogram.
Original Wooden Casette:
This
Category
Antique Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver
H 4.53 in W 25.2 in D 15.95 in
Post modern Memphis screen made in Italy 1980
By Alessandro Mendini
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
not using it, you can easily fold it up and put it away. This piece is a perfect example of the
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Screens and Room Dividers
Materials
Wood
George III Satinwood And Marquetry Demilune Card Table
Located in Kettering, GB
A George III satinwood and marquetry demilune folding card table, with a fold over top fitted with
Category
Antique 18th Century British Demi-lune Tables
Materials
Satinwood, Paint
New England Tiger Maple Slant Front Desk circa 1780-90
Located in Milford, NH
interior, including a central fan carved prospect door flanked by four valanced cubbies on each side (one
Category
Antique Late 18th Century American Desks
Materials
Brass
Murano Mid-Century Ruby Glass Dolphin Stem Bowl
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
stands raised on a wide round texture molded foot with a folded edge rim with a centrally mounted dolphin
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Blown Glass
Chinese Wooden Screen with Reverse Glass Painted Panels
Located in London, GB
This exquisite Chinese folding screen has been crafted from wood, and fitted with Fine reverse
Category
Antique Early 1900s Chinese Chinese Export Furniture
Materials
Wood, Glass
White marble Odalisque from the Art Deco period
Located in Paris, FR
these attributes (fan, cushion, turban hairstyle...) and this posture with folded legs that will be
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble
Blue and White Chinoiserie Lobed Dish, Delft, 1680-1700
By Delft
Located in ROSSUM, GE
.
The blue and white lobed dish is composed of nine wide lobes around a nine-fold centre and is painted
Category
Antique Late 17th Century Dutch Baroque Delft and Faience
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
Japanese Screen, 19th Century, Rabbits and Horsetail Reeds on Silver Leaf
By Nenma
Located in Kyoto, JP
the sliding doors of Yogen-in temple painted by Tawaraya Sotatsu, and further to fan paintings by
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Edo Paintings and Screens
Materials
Silver Leaf
Letter from Theodore Dreiser Dated 19 Dec 1916 to Eliza Calvert Hall
Located in Dallas, TX
PRESENTING A FABULOUS Original hand-written Letter from Theodore Dreiser dated 19 Dec 1916 to Eliza
Category
Early 20th Century American American Classical Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Paper
Important Teddy Roosevelt Letter of January 1918
By Theodore Roosevelt
Located in Dallas, TX
number of those letters in our collection. It appears that both he and Edith became big fans of Mrs Hall
Category
Early 20th Century American American Classical Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Paper
Highly Important Theodore Roosevelt Collection of 6 Items
By Theodore Roosevelt
Located in Dallas, TX
both he and Edith became big fans of Mrs Calvert Hall/Obenchain who was also heavily involved in the
Category
Early 20th Century American American Empire Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Paper
Rug & Kilim's Aubusson Style Kilim Beige Brown and Pink Floral Rug
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
medallion holds a white flower within a pink, red, and white circle. A fan-folded pink circle follows, while
Category
2010s Chinese Aubusson Western European Rugs
Materials
Wool
Eliko RUgs by David Ariel Beautiful Antique Bidjar Runner with Bold Colors
Located in New York, NY
Bidjar rugs, also known as Bijar rugs, are a type of hand-woven rug that originated in the town of
Category
Vintage 1920s Persian Tribal Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Important Teddy Roosevelt Letter of June, 1911
By Theodore Roosevelt
Located in Dallas, TX
letters in our collection. It appears that both he and Edith became big fans of Mrs Hall/Obenchain who was
Category
Early 20th Century American American Classical Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Paper
Tang Dynasty Painted Pottery Figure of a Fat Lady and Child
Located in Dallas, TX
an ornate fan- like design with a tie, the bun carefully folded and manoeuvred into four distinct
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Tang Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Antique Tibetan Praying Crowned Buddha
Located in Chicago, IL
base. His many hands fan out behind his back. Two hands are folded in prayer, and two hold a small cup
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Tibetan Tibetan Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Metal
A Tokyo school bronze sculpture depicting a sitting geisha
Located in Milano, IT
geisha is portrayed in a moment of deep reflection, with a fan held in her hands. She wears a luxurious
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Japonisme Metalwork
Materials
Bronze
Antique Brazilian Signed Vieira De Castro Rio Porcelain Chinese Noble Figure
By João Vieira
Located in Vigonza, Padua
porcelain reppresenting a noble chinese woman holding her folding fan brings you back to the ancient Chinese
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Brazilian Chinoiserie Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
H 7.09 in W 3.94 in D 4.73 in
19th Century English Victorian Needlepoint Heat Shield Screen on Brass Stand
Located in Dallas, TX
Unlike the conventional folding fans and hand held face screens, this example was not a fashion
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Screens and Room Dividers
Materials
Brass
H 22 in W 9.5 in D 4.5 in
Art Deco Bronze Sculpture Reclining Woman by Darcles
Located in Oakland, CA
fan-shaped backdrop and the perfect rendering of her face, hands, feet show the characteristic details
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
DS-2878 Boxing Handstitched Leather Punching Bag by De Sede
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
boxing fans can get their hands on a very special accessory: a punching bag made of leather. Be it for
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sports Equipment and Memorabilia
Materials
Leather
Two Chinese Export Silver Place Card Holders by Wang Hing, Early 20th Century
By Wang Hing & Co.
Located in Austin, TX
hand fan. One with Chinese characters reading "Gui Cai Ding", the other with a somewhat goofy looking
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Metalwork
Materials
Silver
H 1.88 in W 2.88 in D 1.88 in
Maiko Brushed Bronze Ceiling Mounted Lamp by Carla Baz
By Carla Baz
Located in Geneve, CH
folding fans held by geishas and maikos during their notorious dances. These delicate pieces come in two
Category
2010s Lebanese Post-Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
Maiko Verdigris Ceiling Mounted Lamp by Carla Baz
By Carla Baz
Located in Geneve, CH
. Please contact us.
Maiko lighting pieces are inspired by the beautiful Japanese folding fans held by
Category
2010s Lebanese Post-Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Maiko Brushed Copper Ceiling Mounted Lamp by Carla Baz
By Carla Baz
Located in Geneve, CH
folding fans held by geishas and maikos during their notorious dances. These delicate pieces come in two
Category
2010s Lebanese Post-Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper
Maiko Brushed Brass Ceiling Mounted Lamp by Carla Baz
By Carla Baz
Located in Geneve, CH
folding fans held by geishas and maikos during their notorious dances. These delicate pieces come in two
Category
2010s Lebanese Post-Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Japanese Kutani Porcelain Figure of a Geisha or Bijin, Showa Era, 1930's, Japan
Located in Austin, TX
, or perhaps a geisha, is portrayed dressed in full kimono and holding a closed folding fan in one hand
Category
Vintage 1930s Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Porcelain
H 11.75 in W 4 in D 3.5 in
Maiko Indigo Glass And Brushed Stainless Steel Wall Mounted Lamp by Carla Baz
By Carla Baz
Located in Geneve, CH
inspired by the beautiful Japanese folding fans held by geishas and maikos during their notorious dances
Category
2010s Lebanese Post-Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Stainless Steel
Maiko Indigo Glass And Polished Stainless Steel Wall Mounted Lamp by Carla Baz
By Carla Baz
Located in Geneve, CH
inspired by the beautiful Japanese folding fans held by geishas and maikos during their notorious dances
Category
2010s Lebanese Post-Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Stainless Steel
Maiko Clear Glass And Verdigris Wall Mounted Lamp by Carla Baz
By Carla Baz
Located in Geneve, CH
folding fans held by geishas and maikos during their notorious dances. These delicate pieces come in two
Category
2010s Lebanese Post-Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Maiko Mint Glass And Verdigris Wall Mounted Lamp by Carla Baz
By Carla Baz
Located in Geneve, CH
or clear. Please contact us.
Maiko lighting pieces are inspired by the beautiful Japanese folding
Category
2010s Lebanese Post-Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Maiko Mint Glass And Polished Bronze Wall Mounted Lamp by Carla Baz
By Carla Baz
Located in Geneve, CH
folding fans held by geishas and maikos during their notorious dances. These delicate pieces come in two
Category
2010s Lebanese Post-Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Maiko Clear Glass And Polished Bronze Wall Mounted Lamp by Carla Baz
By Carla Baz
Located in Geneve, CH
Japanese folding fans held by geishas and maikos during their notorious dances. These delicate pieces come
Category
2010s Lebanese Post-Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
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- What is the best hand held fan?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021There are many types of handheld fans – it is a matter of preference. A handheld fan has a flat surface and is used to create airflow by waving it back and forth Typically, these are paper folding fans with slats that may be closed when not in use. They can also be made from quills or feathers. Choose from an assortment of handheld fans on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Chinese hand fan is sometimes called a rigid or fixed fan. It refers to a folding fan that became popular during the Ming Dynasty and was often crafted with fine materials, such as ivory, bone or pearl, with paper or fabric coverings decorated with intricate designs. You’ll find a selection of Chinese hand fans on 1stDibs.
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