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Fans: Building and Refining a Collection

By (author) Mary Cooper

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For centuries, fans have been used to keep cool, hide behind and even communicate. Made from a variety of different materials in innumerable styles, from simple utilitarian fan to the beautifully ornate, they have long fascinated fashionistas the world over. Now they are often collectors’ items, with many commanding high prices at auction. Starting with a brief history of the fan, Fans then moves on to look at the many fan styles and fashion trends. It explains the terminology used for shapes and materials, illustrating how new inventions led to more versatility for fan makers. It them finishes with a look at more practical matters, such as how to clean and store your fan collection and where to research the origins of your fans. Including over 250 stunning photographs, most of which have never before been published, this book gives a helping hand to both the fan novice and the experienced collector alike, making this beautiful and informative volume essential reading for all fan lovers.

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Normally shipped | Available from overseas. Usually dispatched in 14 days
Publisher | The Crowood Press Ltd
Published date | 24 Oct 2023
Language | English
Format | Hardback
Pages | 176
Dimensions | 246 x 189 x 16mm (L x W x H)
Weight | 723g
ISBN | 978-0-7198-4273-3
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BISAC | antiques & collectibles / buttons & pins


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