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Framed Hand-Carved Sandalwood Fan with Hand Painted Screen
Located in Asheville, NC
on a hand-carved sandalwood fan. Signed by maker. Old fan framed in the 1970s.
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19th Century Chinese Baroque Old Antique Fans
Antique Old Paris or Vieux Paris Porcelain Fan Shaped Vase
By Manufacture Le Vieux Paris, Old Paris
Located in Philadelphia, PA
each side.
Simply a great piece of Old Paris porcelain!
Date:
19th Century
Overall Condition
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19th Century French Belle Époque Old Antique Fans
Materials
Porcelain
French 19th Century Fan
Located in Tampa, FL
is hand painted, lace and mother of pearl. The case is turn of the century but fan is much older.
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1890s French Old Antique Fans
Materials
Textile, Velvet, Wood
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
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1870s Japanese Victorian Old Antique Fans
Materials
Silk
Old Theatre Set for Ladies
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
O/432. Pretty old theatre set: Binoculars, fan and mirror. a wonderful gift for any lady, young or
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Late 19th Century Argentine Belle Époque Old Antique Fans
Materials
Leather
Binoculars and Elegant Old French Theatre Set for Ladies
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
O/431 - Pretty old French theatre set: Binoculars, fan and mirror. Delicious and useful also for
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Late 19th Century Argentine Belle Époque Old Antique Fans
Materials
Leather
Architectural Wooden Fan Form Element in Old White Paint
Located in Milford, NH
A nice example of an architectural wooden radial fan form element in old white paint, dating to the
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Early 20th Century American Federal Old Antique Fans
Materials
Wood
Portrait of a Lady with a Venetian Lace Fan c.1595, Remarkable condition
By Frans Pourbus the Younger
Located in London, GB
format for aristocratic portraiture in late 16th-century Europe. The Venetian flag fan (in Italian
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16th Century Old Masters Old Antique Fans
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 54.53 in W 45.28 in D 3.94 in
Portrait of a Lady Holding a Fan c.1656, Dutch Antique Oil Painting
Located in London, GB
possessions, often listed in inventories of estates and passed down from generation to generation. The fan in
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Mid-17th Century Old Masters Old Antique Fans
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 49.61 in W 39.77 in
A Pair of 18th Century Dr. Wall Worcester "Fan" Pattern Dishes
By Royal Worcester
Located in Katonah, NY
with the "Old Japan Fan" pattern. Painted underglaze in blue, overglaze in red and green enamels, and
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18th Century and Earlier English Neoclassical Old Antique Fans
One of a Pair Dr. Wall Worcester First Period Dishes in the "Fan" Pattern
By Dr. John Wall 1
Located in Katonah, NY
style with the "Old Japan Fan" pattern. Decorated in underglaze blue, and overglaze red, green and gilt
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1760s English Neoclassical Old Antique Fans
Materials
Porcelain
20th Century Bulgari Art Deco 18-Karat Gold, Diamonds & Rubies Vanity Case
By Bulgari
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
and covers, the hinged cover applied with cabochon rubies and old cut diamonds fan shaped thumbpiece
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1920s Italian Art Deco Old Antique Fans
Materials
Gold
H 0.79 in W 2.17 in D 2.96 in
American Chippendale Style Mahogany Lowboy in the Connecticut Taste
Located in Shippensburg, PA
which has deep and robust fan carving. An old oxidized finish shows a wonderful age throughout, the
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Early 1900s American Chippendale Old Antique Fans
Materials
Brass
Old Peacock Fan Style Fireplace Screen
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Old English elegant "fan" fireplace, suitable also in a modern house.
O/6552.
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Late 19th Century English Elizabethan Old Antique Fans
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Art Deco Vintage Jadeite Jade Diamond Platinum Fanning Lotus Drop Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as pierced fanning lotus motif platinum surmounts suspending articulating drops
Bead and
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1920s Art Deco Old Antique Fans
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Platinum
Japanese Antique Round Paper Fan "Wall Decoration " 1860s-1920s / Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a very old paper fan made in Japan.
It is from the Meiji period (1860s-1920s).
The handle
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Old Antique Fans
Materials
Bamboo, Paper
H 26.97 in W 21.26 in D 1.19 in
French Art Deco Radiator Mascot Car Driver by Max Le Verrier
By Max Le Verrier
Located in Ulm, DE
your desk.
Beautiful gift for car fans and passionated old-timer or sport-car drivers.
Max Le
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Old Antique Fans
Materials
Bronze
Worcester Queens Pattern Tea Cup and Saucer, circa 1770
By 1st Period Worcester Dr. Wall
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
Worcester and other manufactories took it upon themselves to copy the patterns. The Japan fan pattern and
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18th Century English George III Old Antique Fans
Materials
Porcelain
Large colourful Rara Vaudoo Parade by Haitian Master outsider painting Haiti
Located in Norwich, GB
local territory, attracting fans with old and new songs. Bands stop at solemn spots—cemeteries, for
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Late 19th Century Outsider Art Old Antique Fans
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 34.65 in W 36.62 in D 1.19 in
Levillain's Classic-themed Bronze Centerpiece; Barbedienne, Fondeur
By Ferdinand Levillain
Located in San Francisco, CA
makes it a bonafide antique, (well) over a hundred years old! Sorry, you Deco fans -- as Deco(rative) as
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19th Century French Classical Greek Old Antique Fans
Materials
Bronze
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Old Antique Fans For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of old antique fans is available at 1stDibs. The range of distinct old antique fans — often made from wood, metal and ceramic — can elevate any home. Old antique fans have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Old antique fans are generally popular furniture pieces, but Victorian, Georgian and folk art styles are often sought at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made old antique fans over the years, but those made by John Frederick Herring Sr., Royal Worcester and Albert Hadley are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much are Old Antique Fans?
Prices for old antique fans can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, old antique fans begin at $100 and can go as high as $775,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,139.
Questions About Old Antique Fans
- What are old fans called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Opinions on how old a rug has to be to be considered antique vary. However, most experts will apply the label to any rug produced more than 100 years ago, and call floor coverings produced 50 to 100 years ago vintage. Shop a variety of antique rugs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024To tell how old an antique chair is, you have a few options. One is to conduct research on your own using trusted online resources and print references from your local library. If your chair has a maker's mark, learning more about the company, artisan or workshop that produced it can be a good starting point. Dating unmarked chairs can be more difficult because certain styles remained in production for long periods. In this case, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer evaluate your chair for you. Shop a wide range of antique chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024To tell how old your antique furniture is, research the maker using trusted online resources. You may find that the furniture maker was active for only a short period, giving you the ability to roughly estimate its age. For manufacturers and designers with a long history of production, consider the style of your furniture and look for images of similar pieces published online. Because it may be difficult to date furniture on your own, consider consulting a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of antique furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024To tell how old an antique ring is, you have two main options. First, you can conduct online research using trusted sources. If you know the maker of the ring or the ring has a maker's mark that you can use to identify who produced it, learning more about the designer, artisan or company and their styles can help with the dating process. When the maker is unknown, you can familiarize yourself with the characteristics of various antique jewelry styles, such as Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian, to try and identify the period in which your ring was likely produced. The second option is to have a certified appraiser, experienced antique dealer or knowledgeable jeweler date your ring for you. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024How old furniture that is called antique can be is typically at least 100 years. People usually call furniture between 20 and 99 years old vintage. Contemporary is the word for furniture manufactured within the last 20 years. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary furniture from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024To be considered antique, furniture must usually be at least 100 years old. Contemporary is the name for furniture produced within the last 20 years. Vintage furniture is at least 20 years old. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary furniture from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024Yes, some old antique clocks may be worth something. Many collectors look for clocks produced by certain manufacturers, such as the Ansonia Clock Company, the Seth Thomas Clock Company, Jaeger-LeCoultre and the Chelsea Clock Company. In addition to the maker, the type, materials, style and condition of the clock influence its value. Generally, clocks that remain in good working order are worth more than those in need of repairs and restorations. To find out how much your clock may be worth, consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of antique clocks.