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Antique Mother of Pearl and Gold Leaf Folding Fan and Félix Alexandre Fan Case
Item Details
| Type | Folding Fans |
| Brand | Unlabeled, Alexandre |
| Period | Early 20th Century |
| Additional Information | Félix Alexandre (b. 1823) was a widely recognized évantailliste (fan maker) in the second half of the 19th century. The Alexandre silk-covered fan case is monogrammed to the lid “C. C.”. The folding fan has not been attributed to Félix Alexandre. The fan features pierced Mother of Pearl sticks and double-sided images with gold leaf trim. |
Condition
- folding fan: moderate to significant wear including scratches, nicks and abrasions; moderate paper tears; discoloration and soiling; tarnishing to metal elements.
- Maison Alexandre fan case: shattering to silk covering with foxing and soiling; discoloration, soiling and staining to interior.
Dimensions
20.0" W x 1.25" H x 10.5" D
- measurements of fan folded open.
- Maison Alexandre fan case: 14.0" W x 1.5" H x 2.0" D.
Item #
ITMG392533
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