Folding Cabriolet Fan with Scene of Figures in a Courtyard Garden

Chinese, for the European Market

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Cabriolet fans like this one are distinguished by their multiple leaves, divided by arcs of exposed sticks. Set one above the other, they suggest the spoked wheels of "cabriolet" style horse drawn carriages. This fan is a lovely example of Chinese work, its painted leaves colorfully evoking a scene at the imperial court- a popular type produced specifically for the European export market.

Folding Cabriolet Fan with Scene of Figures in a Courtyard Garden, Paper, ivory, Chinese, for the European Market

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Folding Cabriolet Fan with Scene of Figures in a Courtyard Garden, Paper, ivory, Chinese, for the European Market
Folding Cabriolet Fan with Scene of Figures in a Courtyard Garden, Paper, ivory, Chinese, for the European Market

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