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Antique Handheld Fans

Antique Chinese blue green fan called the Thousand Faces
Antique Chinese blue green fan called the Thousand Faces

Antique Chinese blue green fan called the Thousand Faces

$1,117Sale Price|20% Off

H 25 in D 8 in Dm 47 in

Antique Chinese blue green fan called the Thousand Faces

Located in VALLADOLID, ES

Exquisite and unique Chinese fan called the Thousand Faces, 19th century. The wooden ribs are carved with symbols and flowers. The decoration of the ribs and sandalwood sides is stri...

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1890s Chinese Antique Handheld Fans

Large fan or Romantic Pericon in painted silk and gold and silver wood
Large fan or Romantic Pericon in painted silk and gold and silver wood

Large fan or Romantic Pericon in painted silk and gold and silver wood

$781

H 14.18 in W 27.56 in D 1.97 in Dm 27.56 in

Large fan or Romantic Pericon in painted silk and gold and silver wood

Located in VALLADOLID, ES

One of a kind antique folding hand fan, Pericón, late 19th century, Romantic style. The Pericón was especially used for theatrical or musical stage sets. Its configuration is prese...

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1890s Spanish Antique Handheld Fans

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Victorian Tortoise Shell Fan, Cockade
Victorian Tortoise Shell Fan, Cockade

Victorian Tortoise Shell Fan, Cockade

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Victorian Tortoise Shell Fan, Cockade

Located in Bozeman, MT

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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Handheld Fans

1920s Rare and Marvelous extra long white ostrich feather and gala lithe fan
1920s Rare and Marvelous extra long white ostrich feather and gala lithe fan

1920s Rare and Marvelous extra long white ostrich feather and gala lithe fan

Located in Newark, DE

This rare and marvelous extra long white ostrich feather fan has been lengthened by two knots on each feather .The mount is of galalthe engraved and silvered. Plain on the reverse. ...

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20th Century French Edwardian Antique Handheld Fans

Tiffany & Co. Antique Carved Mother of Pearl Handheld Fan with Case
Tiffany & Co. Antique Carved Mother of Pearl Handheld Fan with Case

Tiffany & Co. Antique Carved Mother of Pearl Handheld Fan with Case

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This antique Tiffany & Co. carved mother of pearl fan is an exceptional example of the firm’s late 19th to early 20th century luxury accessories. Crafted in luminous mother-of-pe...

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Late 19th Century Antique Handheld Fans

Tiffany & Co. Antique Carved Mother of Pearl Handheld Fan with Case
Tiffany & Co. Antique Carved Mother of Pearl Handheld Fan with Case

Tiffany & Co. Antique Carved Mother of Pearl Handheld Fan with Case

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This antique Tiffany & Co. carved mother of pearl fan is an exceptional example of the firm’s late 19th to early 20th century luxury accessories. Crafted in luminous mother-of-pe...

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Late 19th Century Antique Handheld Fans

1920s Ostrich Feather Fan
1920s Ostrich Feather Fan

1920s Ostrich Feather Fan

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H 15 in W 25 in

1920s Ostrich Feather Fan

Located in Gresham, OR

A beautiful ostrich feather fan in white. Original gold silk ribbon and in beautiful condition.

15" tall and a 25" spread!

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Handheld Fans

19th Century French Silk, Gold and Silver Formal Evening Fan
19th Century French Silk, Gold and Silver Formal Evening Fan

19th Century French Silk, Gold and Silver Formal Evening Fan

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

19th Century French Silk, Gold and Silver Formal Evening Fan A Beautiful treasured piece preserved in a purpose made Frame The fan has the most superb detail, it is made in fine si...

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Handheld Fans

Victorian Rasberry Sequin Fan
Victorian Rasberry Sequin Fan

Victorian Rasberry Sequin Fan

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H 7.5 in L 14 in

Victorian Rasberry Sequin Fan

Located in New York, NY

Charming Victorian Sequined fan with beautifully colored rasberry gelatin sequins. Incredibly ornate flower and leaf pattern on a sequin dot base, completely hand embroidered. Inlaid...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Handheld Fans

Antique Victorian hand fan, bone, silk and feather
Antique Victorian hand fan, bone, silk and feather

Antique Victorian hand fan, bone, silk and feather

Located in NEWARK, GB

A stunning antique Victorian hand fan. It is a large and elaborate fan with engraved and pierced bovine bone sticks and guards and is a folding fan. The fan has a thistle floral em...

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19th Century British Antique Handheld Fans

Rare Vintage Fan Decorated Linen with ivory and gold sticks
Rare Vintage Fan Decorated Linen with ivory and gold sticks

Rare Vintage Fan Decorated Linen with ivory and gold sticks

Located in London, GB

An attractive and rare vintage fan. The ivory sticks and handle are decorated with 'gold', and one side has a charming small mirror. The fabric is decorated with sequins and beads. M...

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1920s Unknown Antique Handheld Fans

Antique embroidered silk blend hand fan, Animals, dogs and horse
Antique embroidered silk blend hand fan, Animals, dogs and horse

Antique embroidered silk blend hand fan, Animals, dogs and horse

Located in NEWARK, GB

A very attractive and unusual antique embroidered fan. Late Edwardian era it is a large size with carved and pierced wooden sticks and guards. Made from cream silk with an array of...

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Early 20th Century British Antique Handheld Fans

Antique 17th Century Dutch Black Oak Four Door Renaissance Cabinet
Antique 17th Century Dutch Black Oak Four Door Renaissance Cabinet

Antique 17th Century Dutch Black Oak Four Door Renaissance Cabinet

Located in Casteren, NL

The lower right panel shows the woman holding a fan. The handheld fan is as the symbol of wealth or royalty, in western culture, fans were commonly associated with the sophistication...

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Mid-17th Century Dutch Renaissance Antique Handheld Fans

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Oak

Jules Leleu, Bedroom Set, circa 1925
Jules Leleu, Bedroom Set, circa 1925

Jules Leleu, Bedroom Set, circa 1925

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H 46.07 in W 70.87 in D 78.75 in

Jules Leleu, Bedroom Set, circa 1925

By Jules Leleu

Located in Paris, FR

Handheld fans, notched frieze and foot enhanced with golden leaves Measures: H 74, L 55, P 45 cm (H 29.1, W 21.7, D 17.7 in) Cheval-glass in mahogany with a rectangular slitghtly...

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1920s French Antique Handheld Fans

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Gold Leaf

Jules Leleu, Lady's Writing Desk in Mahogany Wood and Golden Leaves, circa 1925
Jules Leleu, Lady's Writing Desk in Mahogany Wood and Golden Leaves, circa 1925

Jules Leleu, Lady's Writing Desk in Mahogany Wood and Golden Leaves, circa 1925

By Jules Leleu

Located in Paris, FR

Handheld fans, frieze and foot enhanced with golden leaves Measures: H 90 - L 115 - P 50 cm (H 35.4 - W 45.3 - D 19.7 in).

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1920s French Art Deco Antique Handheld Fans

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Gold Leaf

Jules Leleu, Pair of Bedside Tables, circa 1925
Jules Leleu, Pair of Bedside Tables, circa 1925

Jules Leleu, Pair of Bedside Tables, circa 1925

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H 29.14 in W 21.66 in D 17.72 in

Jules Leleu, Pair of Bedside Tables, circa 1925

By Jules Leleu

Located in Paris, FR

Handheld fans, notched frieze and foot enhanced with golden leaves Measures: H 74, L 55, P 45 cm (H 29.1, W 21.7, D 17.7 in).

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1920s French Art Deco Antique Handheld Fans

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Gold Leaf

Edwardian Ostrich Fan attributed to Empress Alexandra, last Tsarina of Russia
Edwardian Ostrich Fan attributed to Empress Alexandra, last Tsarina of Russia

Edwardian Ostrich Fan attributed to Empress Alexandra, last Tsarina of Russia

Located in London, UK

An ostrich feather fan belonging to Empress Alexandra of Russia, authenticated by Alexander Kerensky, head of the Provisional Government that forced her husband Tsar Nicholas II to a...

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Late 19th Century Russian Edwardian Antique Handheld Fans

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B H Wragge 1967 Linen Dress with Cutout Back

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$475Sale Price|29% Off

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B H Wragge 1967 Linen Dress with Cutout Back

Located in Water Mill, NY

A great bight pink mid weight linen dress from B. H. Wragge (specifically the year 1967 as per the label). It is sleeveless with a rolled collar and it flares subtly to the hem. The...

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1960s American Antique Handheld Fans

John Galliano for Christian Dior Pink Silk Flower Dress
John Galliano for Christian Dior Pink Silk Flower Dress

John Galliano for Christian Dior Pink Silk Flower Dress

By John Galliano, Christian Dior

Located in Water Mill, NY

A beautiful blush pink silk dress with green and bright pink flowers by John Galliano for Christian Dior. It has ruched straps forming a front V, the skirt falls in gentle folds to ...

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Early 2000s French Antique Handheld Fans

Unique Thespian Needlepoint Comedy and Tragedy Handbag c 1960
Unique Thespian Needlepoint Comedy and Tragedy Handbag c 1960

Unique Thespian Needlepoint Comedy and Tragedy Handbag c 1960

$245Sale Price|34% Off

H 11 in D 3.5 in L 11.5 in

Unique Thespian Needlepoint Comedy and Tragedy Handbag c 1960

Located in University City, MO

Unique thespian needlepoint comedy and tragedy handbag The stylish large scale retro handbag is designed with comedy and tragedy mask on both exterior sides The theatrical ma...

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1960s American Antique Handheld Fans

1960s Black Fringe Tassel Cocktail Dress
1960s Black Fringe Tassel Cocktail Dress

1960s Black Fringe Tassel Cocktail Dress

$275Sale Price|34% Off

L 43 in

1960s Black Fringe Tassel Cocktail Dress

Located in University City, MO

1960s Black fringe tassel cocktail dress The chic retro cocktail dress is designed with contiguous stationary fringe that covers the bodice and back side The midsection is dis...

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1960s Unknown Antique Handheld Fans

Vintage Teal Blue Silk Sequin + Beaded Art Deco/ Flapper Dress
Vintage Teal Blue Silk Sequin + Beaded Art Deco/ Flapper Dress

Vintage Teal Blue Silk Sequin + Beaded Art Deco/ Flapper Dress

Located in Sparks, NV

Vintage 1920s-inspired 1980s teal blue silk dress with hand done sequin and beadwork. Full blouson sleeves that zip at the cuff. Side slits. Fully lined in silk. The marked size is a...

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1980s Indian Antique Handheld Fans

Christian Dior John Galliano Fall 2001 Black White Novelty Domino Print Cami Top
Christian Dior John Galliano Fall 2001 Black White Novelty Domino Print Cami Top

Christian Dior John Galliano Fall 2001 Black White Novelty Domino Print Cami Top

By John Galliano for Christian Dior, John Galliano

Located in San Diego, CA

Collectible CHRISTIAN DIOR by JOHN GALLIANO Fall 2001 runway vintage black and white novelty print playing cards and domino semi sheer mesh camisole top! Kris Jenner ( Mother of Kim ...

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Early 2000s Italian Antique Handheld Fans

Celine Brown Cut out Back Dress with Bead Trim S/S 2003
Celine Brown Cut out Back Dress with Bead Trim S/S 2003

Celine Brown Cut out Back Dress with Bead Trim S/S 2003

By Celine, Michael Kors

Located in Water Mill, NY

A very chic brown jersey dress by Michael Kors for Celine. It has rows of brown wooden bead adorned fine straps emanating from the front neckline which extend over the shoulders cros...

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Early 2000s French Antique Handheld Fans

1970s Arnold Scaasi Vintage Metallic Gold Lamé Silk Dress/ Gown (Skirt + Top)
1970s Arnold Scaasi Vintage Metallic Gold Lamé Silk Dress/ Gown (Skirt + Top)

1970s Arnold Scaasi Vintage Metallic Gold Lamé Silk Dress/ Gown (Skirt + Top)

By Arnold Scaasi

Located in Sparks, NV

Stunning vintage 1970s 2-piece evening dress ensemble by Arnold Scaasi in metallic gold printed silk lamé. This ensemble fits like a modern size XS. The top is fully lined with rear ...

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1970s American Antique Handheld Fans

Chanel Cashmere Blue & Green Gilt Metal Logo Button Cardigan circa 1990
Chanel Cashmere Blue & Green Gilt Metal Logo Button Cardigan circa 1990

Chanel Cashmere Blue & Green Gilt Metal Logo Button Cardigan circa 1990

By Chanel

Located in University City, MO

Chanel Luxurious cashmere blue & green gilt logo button cardigan c. 1990 The stylish Chanel cardigan is constructed with plush double-ply cashmere The cashmere cardigan is designed...

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Late 20th Century Scottish Antique Handheld Fans

1940s Vintage Black Velvet Cocktail Dress with Collar + 3/4 Cropped Sleeves
1940s Vintage Black Velvet Cocktail Dress with Collar + 3/4 Cropped Sleeves

1940s Vintage Black Velvet Cocktail Dress with Collar + 3/4 Cropped Sleeves

Located in Sparks, NV

Flattering vintage 1940s cocktail dress in black velvet with a draped collar and 3/4 length sleeves. Unlined with side metal zip closure. Fits like a modern size small. The bust meas...

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1940s American Antique Handheld Fans

1960s Helga Vintage Cocktail Dress
1960s Helga Vintage Cocktail Dress

1960s Helga Vintage Cocktail Dress

By Helga

Located in Sparks, NV

Absolutely stunning 1960s vintage silk satin cocktail dress by Helga. Metallic brocade paisley design over gray silk animal print. Nipped waist with bow detail. Stunning construction...

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1960s American Antique Handheld Fans

1960s Joseph Magnin Gold + Chartreuse Green Silk Brocade 60s Vintage Shift Dress
1960s Joseph Magnin Gold + Chartreuse Green Silk Brocade 60s Vintage Shift Dress

1960s Joseph Magnin Gold + Chartreuse Green Silk Brocade 60s Vintage Shift Dress

By Joseph Magnin Co.

Located in San Diego, CA

Gorgeous 1960s JOSEPH MAGNIN gold and chartreuse green metallic silk shift dress! Features a striking print, with an incredible fit! Fitted bodice, with a straight skirt. Full metal ...

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1960s American Antique Handheld Fans

Unusual Center Cut Alligator Bag
Unusual Center Cut Alligator Bag

Unusual Center Cut Alligator Bag

$1,450

H 8 in W 4.5 in L 11 in

Unusual Center Cut Alligator Bag

By Saks Fifth Avenue

Located in New York, NY

Amazing center cut alligator bag in deep chestnut brown in an unusual yet modern shape. Dimensional bag has skin covered toggle and padded handles. All hardware is gilded gold with t...

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1950s French Antique Handheld Fans

Sensational 1950s Demi Couture Crimson Red Crushed Velvet Vintage Mermaid Gown
Sensational 1950s Demi Couture Crimson Red Crushed Velvet Vintage Mermaid Gown

Sensational 1950s Demi Couture Crimson Red Crushed Velvet Vintage Mermaid Gown

Located in San Diego, CA

Sensational 50s demi couture crimson red crushed velvet full length mermaid evening dress! Features luxurious crushed silk velvet, with a form fitting bodice and skirt. Dramatic flar...

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1950s Antique Handheld Fans

GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Ruby Red Wool Button Front Dress
GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Ruby Red Wool Button Front Dress

GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Ruby Red Wool Button Front Dress

By Givenchy, Alexander McQueen

Located in Thiensville, WI

GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Ruby Red Wool Knit Fitted Button Front Dress Circa: 1998 Label(s): Givenchy / Couture / Made In France / Paris / 8HG 8520152830 Desig...

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1990s French Antique Handheld Fans

1970s Lilli Diamond Taupe + Mint Green Marabou Feather 70s Maxi Dress + Jacket
1970s Lilli Diamond Taupe + Mint Green Marabou Feather 70s Maxi Dress + Jacket

1970s Lilli Diamond Taupe + Mint Green Marabou Feather 70s Maxi Dress + Jacket

By Lilli Diamond

Located in San Diego, CA

Fantastic vintage LILLI DIAMOND taupe and mint green jersey maxi dress and matching cardigan / jacket ! Features a soft jersey fabric that offers plenty of stretch. Sleeveless maxi d...

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1970s American Antique Handheld Fans

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  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To identify an antique fan, search all over for a maker's mark. Then, consult an authoritative online reference to match the mark to the manufacturer's name. A licensed appraiser can also assist with identification. You'll find a collection of expertly vetted antique fans on 1stDibs.