Fans: War and Peace Gallery
TELEVISION images of British troops going into battle are the inspiration behind the Fan Museum’s forthcoming exhibition, Fans: War and Peace, which will be on display from October 8, 2009 to February 28, 2010.
The exhibition encompasses a history of the world seen through objects too long regarded as frivolous accessories to dress. As such it presents many rare, fascinating and resonant items whose design, imagery and provenance will provide visitors with important new insights into the depiction of warfare throughout the ages. Check out some of the fans that will be on display…
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The Coldstream Guards. Mother-of-pearl fan with silk leaf edged in lace painted by R Wymer with a group of Coldstream Guards at rest. English, late 19th century.
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