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What is the best hand held fan?

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What is the best hand held fan?
There 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 ExpertOctober 19, 2021
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Early Hand Held Fan "Mount Fuji". Japanese Circa 1870
Located in Incline Village, NV
Late 19th century fine quality Japanese hand held lady's fan for keeping cool; hand painted on silk
Category

Antique 1870s Japanese Victorian Decorative Art

Materials

Silk

"Washington Bicentennial 1732-1932" Parade Flag, Printed Gold and Blue, c. 1932
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
depicting George Washington were printed and sold to the public. And small printed flags and hand-held fans
Category

Vintage 1930s American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Vintage "Masuyama" Lehman Wind-Up Toy. German, Circa 1913 Rare
By E.P. Lehman Co.
Located in Incline Village, NV
accompanying the listing); as the wheels turn smoothly and the lady fans herself by moving the hand held fan
Category

Vintage 1910s German Folk Art Toys and Dolls

Materials

Tin

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

Fishy Fan Painting
Located in Solebury, PA
impact. A big bang for the buck measuring 37" H x 67" W. The subject is a hand held fan with alternating
Category

Mid-20th Century American Paintings

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