The Fan Circle International works to promote interest, research and education in the hand fan, both antique and modern.
Europe, Ivory brisé fan painted with the Queen of Sheba. Early 18th century.
Membership is open to professionals, amateurs, collectors, and those just fascinated by hand fans. Through promoting research and education the FCI aims to widen the appeal and knowledge of this once essential costume accessory.
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- Fanning the Past – A talk by Cairns Mason and Catherine Smith at Perth Art Gallery on Thursday 12th March 2026 at 14.30
For further information and booking details visit https://www.perthshireboxoffice.com/whats-on/fanning-the-past - ZOOM EVENT 29th JANUARY: From Fashion Accessories to Experimental Objects: Fans in the Work of Berthe Morisot and the Impressionists
Join us on Zoom on Thursday 29th January 2026 at 19.00 (7 p.m.) UK time.A… Continue reading ZOOM EVENT 29th JANUARY: From Fashion Accessories to Experimental Objects: Fans in the Work of Berthe Morisot and the Impressionists - Exhibition at the Metropolitan Museum, New York from 11th December to 12th May 2026
Fanmania An exhibition of fan leaves. https://www.metmuseum.org/exhibitions/fanmania - Fan Museum Exhibition: Fans in the Age of Jane Austen – 17th September 2025 to 21st March 2026.
The Fan Museum brings you an exhibition, showcasing a variety of fans depicting a range… Continue reading Fan Museum Exhibition: Fans in the Age of Jane Austen – 17th September 2025 to 21st March 2026.