The Letts guide to collecting fans

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The Letts guide to collecting fans traces the history of the fan, concentrating on the peak periods of fan-making -- the seventeenth to early twentieth centuries. Painted, printed, European, Oriental, ethnic, novelty and feather fans are all included. Over 200 fans are photographed, illustrating the diversity and detail of these most feminine and artistic of accessories. This book, written by a leading authority from Christie's, provides expert guidance to the novice and the experienced collector -- showing how to assemble an attractive collection while avoiding the many pitfalls that can trap the unwary trader. It furnishes the reader with a sound historical perspective, information on materials, techniques, and designs, and professional advice on building and collecting and developing an awareness of what is of value. It is the indispensible work for all serious collectors