Lot 369 , Two 18th century mother of pearl fans, one shagreen cased

Two 18th century mother of pearl fans, one shagreen cased
Estimate £80-120

Uncased fan has some of the sticks broken and restuck. Some have added pieces of mother of pearl for support. Other minor cracks in plcaes, fabric is stained and worn with some minor teas and holes and losses to sequins. Cased fan has cracks to sticks and glued residue. Paper is worn in places with some tears, case is worn and has one hinge broken


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Sold for £75