Brise fan

Front view of a fan showing the sticks open. Close view of a fan showing the pierced detail. Side view of a fan showing the sticks closed. Side view of a fan showing the sticks closed. Side view of a fan showing the sticks closed.
Front view of a fan showing the sticks open. Close view of a fan showing the pierced detail. Side view of a fan showing the sticks closed. Side view of a fan showing the sticks closed. Side view of a fan showing the sticks closed.

Description

A 19th century brise fan with 20 pierced horn sticks and two pierced end plates with floral and wheel decorative forms. Two small mother of pearl washers hold the rivet in place. The sticks are threaded near the tip with cream colored ribbon. This natural plastic item forms part of the Worshipful Company of Horners collection.
Designers & Manufacturers
Designer (Person)
Manufacturer

Object number

WCHL : 421

Date

1800 - 1899 (circa)
Dimensions
Width
278mm
Length
53mm