""A Book About Fans: The History Of Fans And Fan-Painting"" by M. A. Flory is a comprehensive guide to the history of fans and fan-painting. Published in 1895, this book provides a detailed account of the evolution of fans, from their origins in ancient civilizations to their popularity in Europe during the 17th and 18th centuries. Flory also discusses the various types of fans, including folding fans, bris????? fans, and fixed fans, and their uses throughout history.The book also delves into the art of fan-painting, which was a popular pastime during the 18th and 19th centuries. Flory provides examples of fan-painting from various periods, including the Rococo and Victorian eras, and describes the techniques used to create these intricate and beautiful works of art.Throughout the book, Flory includes illustrations and photographs of fans and fan-paintings, providing readers with a visual understanding of the history and artistry of these objects. Overall, ""A Book About Fans"" is an informative and engaging read for anyone interested in the history of fashion, art, and design.With A Chapter On Fan Collecting.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.