Antique Hand-Painted Mermaid Folding Fan

Features an antique folding hand fan with a painted seaside scene across pleated paper panels. The central composition depicts a mermaid seated on coastal rocks, surrounded by ocean waves and distant seabirds beneath a soft sky. The outer edges are finished with delicate gold scroll detailing, framing the artwork with refined ornamentation. The guard sticks are accented in black and gold tones, complementing the marine palette of aqua, teal, and cream. The lower panels feature subtle floral embellishments, adding decorative depth near the pivot. Finished with a coordinating silk tassel attached at the base.

Measurements

Open Width - 17in

Height - 9.5in

Tassel Length - 5in