Artichoke from Brittany, fan circa 1860-1880
Artichoke from Brittany, fan circa 1860-1880
Fan, leaf in bobbin lace (perhaps a patchwork of 18th and 19th century pieces), the central design is artichoke
Wooden sticks pierced with an ermine motif, the guard inlaid with the same symbol.
Good overall condition (minor accidents to lace, one guard and one stick damaged)
H : 31 cm
Our warmest thanks to lace-maker Edwige RENAUDIN for identifying the lace.
The artichoke is characteristic of Breton culture and gastronomy. The ermine is associated with the Duchy of Brittany and Breton heraldry.
Wooden sticks pierced with an ermine motif, the guard inlaid with the same symbol.
Good overall condition (minor accidents to lace, one guard and one stick damaged)
H : 31 cm
Our warmest thanks to lace-maker Edwige RENAUDIN for identifying the lace.
The artichoke is characteristic of Breton culture and gastronomy. The ermine is associated with the Duchy of Brittany and Breton heraldry.
