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Lot 215
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A collection of 19 fans, late 19th century/early 20th century

Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 GBP
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Description

  • A collection of 19 fans, late 19th century/early 20th century
  • mother-of-pearl, tortoiseshell, ivory, wood, diamond
comprising a large wood fan, the gauze leaf painted with a blue tit on a larch branch, near a dianthus spray, apparently signed Feoz and dated '89, 34cm.; 2 mother of pearl fans with gauze and spangle leaves, English, circa 1900, in case; 4 black wood mourning fans, and 12 other examples in various materials (2 wood, 1 tortoiseshell, 7 mother of pearl, 2 ivory)

Condition

the majority very damaged. Sold as viewed. For further information, please contact the department directly +44 (0)207 293 5324.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."