Rare Antique French Empire Hand Fan, c.1810-25, Blackamoors, Boat, Exotic Birds, 19cm Crossed torches and it would - but

and it would - but I haven't the heart to cut it into sections

perhaps a name of a town or region during war

The handles are also

complete with some of the original round gambling chips that came with it

Tassels are a bit rough

Rare Antique French Empire Hand Fan, c.1810-25, Blackamoors, Boat, Exotic Birds, 19cm Crossed torches and it would - butFrom that big crate of antique fans I've added to over decades and only recently began to sort and work through An exceptional c. 1810 25 French Empire hand fan, 19cm long when closed, made of horn and entirely hand decorated in thick gold enamel. The decoration is superb and has the rare scene of a river boat or dirge carrying what appears to be painted face African chiefs. Exotic birds and palm trees flank the river scene, and gorgeous flowers adorn