1880s Victorian Aesthetic Period Fan Brooch, Gold Filled
Materials:
Gold Filled (heavy gold plating over brass)
Date:
1880s
Size:
2 inches
Condition:
Good. A little wear to plating.
Description:
An unusual Victorian brooch in the form of a closed fan. The Victorian Aesthetic movement inspired designers to use Japanese motifs. The fan was a popular design element, although it's usually seen fully opened. The closed form is very striking though-- becoming more linear and abstract.