Antique E. Kees Signed Silk Gauze and Sequin 19 cm French Hand Fan, Belle Epoche c.1900 Stationery they deserve to be wall-hung

they deserve to be wall-hung as art

rampant in the Louis XIV to Louis XVI eras

These little coin purses were traditional gifts in France on the event of a child's confirmation

1850-70) when the drama of blackened items became the aesthetic brought forward by France's last Emperor

The 18k gold cartouche is a DDD intertwined monogram

Antique E. Kees Signed Silk Gauze and Sequin 19 cm French Hand Fan, Belle Epoche c.1900 Stationery they deserve to be wall-hungWhat a beautiful little tuck in purse antique French fan, and lauded maker, Ernest Kees signature affirms the quality. Long striations on the bone guards and sticks are proof of ox or bovine bone. No breaks to it, and that gossamer silk and gauze leaf with all its hand sewn sparkles (sequins and borders of gold foil) create an eye catching shimmer of riches. Full measurements noted on photos. Very good to excellent condition for age and type, it's