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What are old fans called?

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What are old fans called?
The names of old fans vary based on when and where they were produced. The Ancient Greeks used a rhipis, while 6th-century Europeans incorporated a ceremonial fan called a flabellum into various ceremonies. The Japanese began producing folded paper fans called ogi during the 7th century. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique and vintage fans.
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Decorative Hand Fan
Located in Queens, NY
Decorative hand fan Condition: (This fan is in used condition with damage.
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Mounted Objects

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American Victorian Decorative Hand Fan
Located in Queens, NY
American Victorian decorative hand fan Front support is gone, with fabric that shows signs of age.
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Antique 19th Century American Victorian Antiquities

American Victorian Painted Hand Fan
Located in Queens, NY
American Victorian decorative hand fan with mother of pearl and silk painted scene Antique condition: The front guard is broken
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Antique 19th Century American Victorian Antiquities

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American Victorian Decorative Hand Fan
Located in Queens, NY
American Victorian decorative hand fan The right fan guard has loss and cracks to its white lacquer finish.
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Antique 19th Century American Victorian Antiquities

American Victorian Beige Silk Hand Fan
Located in Queens, NY
American Victorian beige silk painted decorative hand fan
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Antique 19th Century American Victorian Antiquities

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American Victorian Pearl and Lace Hand Fan
Located in Queens, NY
American Victorian decorative hand fan with etched pearl and lace Vintage condition with broken pieces to the fan.
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Antique 19th Century American Victorian Antiquities

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