Red Ostrich Feather Fan, 1920s evening_dress At the time of the

At the time of the first bustle in the 1870s

and admirers of Victorian fashion and 19th‑century leisure culture

Original manufacturer's label: „Doppelsohle * Cubanferse * Prima Seidenflor * 8 1/2“

Boudoir fans made from a single ostrich feather became popular as playful accessories

The coat can be worn open or closed

Red Ostrich Feather Fan, 1920s evening_dress At the time of theFans made of ostrich feathers dyed red. In the 1920s, the colors became more garish and bright. There was more experimentation including with the shape of the fans. Fans from the 1920s are larger, less functional, and more decorative. Like this red fan we discovered in Paris. Sticks made of false tortoiseshell. Very, very rare to find in this color and in this condition. The decoration is not included. Guard Length: ~ 24 cm Width: ~ 70 cm (when opened)