Fan
1840-1860 (made)
| Artist/Maker | |
| Place of origin |
During the 19th century people were fascinated by the events and artistic styles of the past. This fan is a particularly fine example of the many fans decorated with romantic versions of previous eras. The scene is probably meant to resemble the time of Louis XIV, as figures are wearing the fashions of his reign (1643-1715). The painting and decoration of the fan, however, imitate the Rococo style of the 18th century.
Object details
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| Object type | |
| Materials and techniques | Gouache and gilt on paper, with carved, pierced, painted, gilt and silvered mother-of-pearl sticks and ivory guards |
| Brief description | 1800-50, Spanish; Painted vellum, watercolour. Ladies, cavalier |
| Credit line | Given by Manuel de Terrero, Esq., ARSM |
| Summary | During the 19th century people were fascinated by the events and artistic styles of the past. This fan is a particularly fine example of the many fans decorated with romantic versions of previous eras. The scene is probably meant to resemble the time of Louis XIV, as figures are wearing the fashions of his reign (1643-1715). The painting and decoration of the fan, however, imitate the Rococo style of the 18th century. |
| Collection | |
| Accession number | T.84-1915 |
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| Record created | December 12, 2003 |
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