27th Jun, 2019 11:30 GMT/BST

The Fan Collection

 
Lot 2033
 

2033

A Slender and Finely Painted 18th Century Brisé Fan, the monture with tortoiseshell thumb...

A Slender and Finely Painted 18th Century Brisé Fan, the monture with tortoiseshell thumb guards. The main depiction shows a richly dressed lady seated under a canopy, a suitor hastening towards her, possibly Venus and Adonis, with Cupid to the side holding a bow, depicted in human form but with wings. To each side, a pair of sticks with delicate carving and piercing, painted with elegant ladies. The outer reserves feature mature woodlands. In contrast, the gorge is decorated with chinoiserie, in vibrant colours with gold highlights. This gilding features in several compartments on each guard, drawing attention to miniatures of flowers and people. The verso is virtually plain save for some flowers to the gorge.
Guard length 8.25 inches or 21cm

Sold for £850
Estimated at £700 - £1,000


 

. In good order, good colour, sound ribbon, some slight rubbing noted to gold borders.

 


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Auction: The Fan Collection, 27th Jun, 2019

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