Rare Antique French Empire Hand Fan, c.1810-25, Blackamoors, Boat, Exotic Birds, 19cm Crossed torches both historically and for the

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

Definitely a museum piece

My own collection's finest

but this is one of my all-time favorites

Rare Antique French Empire Hand Fan, c.1810-25, Blackamoors, Boat, Exotic Birds, 19cm Crossed torches both historically and for theFrom 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