Rare Antique French Empire Hand Fan, c.1810-25, Blackamoors, Boat, Exotic Birds, 19cm Crossed torches visible as light linen canvas

visible as light linen canvas

The coloration in the shell is really quite spectacular - a rich combination of cognac and chocolate

there is a small wood riser glued to the rear left corner so it rests steady

perhaps a name of a town or region during war

both historically and for the possible fragility of the top of the very old perfume flask

Rare Antique French Empire Hand Fan, c.1810-25, Blackamoors, Boat, Exotic Birds, 19cm Crossed torches visible as light linen canvasFrom that big crate of antique fans I've added to over decades and only recently began to sort and work through An exceptional c. 1810 25 French Empire hand fan, 19cm long when closed, made of horn and entirely hand decorated in thick gold enamel. The decoration is superb and has the rare scene of a river boat or dirge carrying what appears to be painted face African chiefs. Exotic birds and palm trees flank the river scene, and gorgeous flowers adorn