Fanning Collection (#2)

Plate 518. Sitting Down, Rising, etc. 1885 (collotype on paper)
3950504 Plate 518. Sitting Down, Rising, etc. 1885 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 20.8x35.9 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA

A gentlewoman in evening dress, the wife of a dignitary (pen & ink and w / c on paper)
XOT320570 A gentlewoman in evening dress, the wife of a dignitary (pen & ink and w/c on paper) by Grevenbroeck, Jan van (1731-1807); Museo Correr, Venice

Summer, 1877 (oil on canvas)
CLK339874 Summer, 1877 (oil on canvas) by Stevens, Alfred Emile (1823-1906); 118.4x59.6 cm; Sterling and Francine Clark Art Institute, Williamstown, Massachusetts, USA; Belgian, out of copyright

Ranjit Singh seated on a gold chair, attended by a morchal-bearer and served wi, c
6040526 Ranjit Singh seated on a gold chair, attended by a morchal-bearer and served wi, c.1830 (opaque w/c and gold on paper) by Pahari School (19th Century); 24.7x13.5 cm; San Diego Museum of Art

Bangal bangali Ragini of Meghmalar, c. 1700 (opaque w / c, silver and gold on paper)
6040506 Bangal bangali Ragini of Meghmalar, c.1700 (opaque w/c, silver and gold on paper) by Indian School, (18th century); 33.2x26.1 cm; San Diego Museum of Art

A maharaja of Samode, c. 1760 (opaque w / c silver and gold on paper)
6040503 A maharaja of Samode, c.1760 (opaque w/c silver and gold on paper) by Indian School, (18th century); 26.1x38 cm; San Diego Museum of Art

The Hermit of the Yews, by E Nesbit (litho)
1628339 The Hermit of the Yews, by E Nesbit (litho) by Townsend, Frederick Henry (1868-1920); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Hermit of the Yews, by E Nesbit)

Then The Queen of the Air Fluttered into The Room, Sirocco in Waiting
STC135030 Then The Queen of the Air Fluttered into The Room, Sirocco in Waiting, and The Sultan Simoom (litho) (b/w photo) by Crane

Ranjit Singh seated on a gold chair, attended by a morchal-bearer, c
5891953 Ranjit Singh seated on a gold chair, attended by a morchal-bearer, c.1830 (opaque w/c & gold on paper) by Punjabi School, (19th century); 24.7x13.5 cm; San Diego Museum of Art

Raghuji Bhonsle II presides over a military review, c. 1790 (opaque w / c on paper)
5914184 Raghuji Bhonsle II presides over a military review, c.1790 (opaque w/c on paper) by Indian School, (18th century); 33.4x45.1 cm; San Diego Museum of Art

Armenian interior with a sultan and his favourite (oil on canvas)
2636932 Armenian interior with a sultan and his favourite (oil on canvas) by Vanmour, Jean Baptiste (1671-1737); 44x62 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright

Miss Angel, Angelica Kauffman, Introduced by Lady Wentworth, visits Mr
878286 Miss Angel, Angelica Kauffman, Introduced by Lady Wentworth, visits Mr. Reynolds Studio, 1892 (oil on canvas) by Dicksee

Alice and the Two Queens, illustration from Modern Stories (colour litho)
IL352883 Alice and the Two Queens, illustration from Modern Stories (colour litho) by Brock, Charles Edmund (1870-1938); Private Collection; (add.info)

Frontispiece to Brevis Narratio engraved by Theodore de Bry (1528-98
XIR223418 Frontispiece to Brevis Narratio.. engraved by Theodore de Bry (1528-98) published in Frankfurt, 1591 (coloured engraving) by Le Moyne

A king and courtiers listen to a musician, c. 1750 (opaque w / c and gold on paper)
6040508 A king and courtiers listen to a musician, c.1750 (opaque w/c and gold on paper) by Central Indian School, (18th century); 17.2x27.9 cm; San Diego Museum of Art

Raghuji Bhonsle II presides over a military review, c. 1790 (opaque w / c on paper)
6040514 Raghuji Bhonsle II presides over a military review, c.1790 (opaque w/c on paper) by Indian School, (18th century); 33.4x45.1 cm; San Diego Museum of Art

Plate 237. Sitting Down on Chair and Opening Fan, 1872-85 (collotype on paper)
3950212 Plate 237. Sitting Down on Chair and Opening Fan, 1872-85 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 16.4x44.9 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover

Plate 78. Ascending Incline, Flirting A Fan, 1872-85 (collotype on paper)
3950139 Plate 78. Ascending Incline, Flirting A Fan, 1872-85 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 20.5x36.7 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA

There was a Young Person of Janina, whose Uncle was always a-fanning her (litho)
966287 There was a Young Person of Janina, whose Uncle was always a-fanning her (litho) by Lear, Edward (1812-88); Private Collection; (add.info.: There was a Young Person of Janina)

Fine ladies (engraving)
2788395 Fine ladies (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fine ladies. Illustration for The Leisure Hour (1872)

A woman on horseback with three attendants, c. 1735 (opaque w / c on paper)
6040485 A woman on horseback with three attendants, c.1735 (opaque w/c on paper) by Indian School, (18th century); 20x15.3 cm; San Diego Museum of Art

A maharana smoking his hookah in durbar, c. 1870 (opaque w / c and gold on paper)
6040482 A maharana smoking his hookah in durbar, c.1870 (opaque w/c and gold on paper) by Indian School, (19th century); 26.6x35 cm; San Diego Museum of Art

Muhammad Adil Shah II with courtiers and attendants (opaque w / c & gold on paper)
FSG325510 Muhammad Adil Shah II with courtiers and attendants (opaque w/c & gold on paper) by Indian School, (18th century); 18x18 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

Family scene (woodblock print)
423617 Family scene (woodblock print) by Indian School; Private Collection; Photo eLuca Tettoni; Indian, out of copyright

Plate 210. Stooping and Lifting A Dress; Fan in Left Hand, 1885 (collotype on paper)
3950467 Plate 210. Stooping and Lifting A Dress; Fan in Left Hand, 1885 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 29.4x25.1 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy

Plate 246. Placing Chair, Sitting and Flirting a Fan, 1885 (collotype on paper)
3950398 Plate 246. Placing Chair, Sitting and Flirting a Fan, 1885 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 19.2x39.1 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover

A Prince holding an audience, ca. 1750. Creator: Unknown
A Prince holding an audience, ca. 1750

Gosain Kirpal Girji, ca. 1720. Creator: Unknown
Gosain Kirpal Girji, ca. 1720

An Audience with Rom Rishi, ca. 1700-1725. Creator: Unknown
An Audience with Rom Rishi, ca. 1700-1725

Women Preparing Tea Around the Fire-Holder, 1816. Creator: Hokusai
Women Preparing Tea Around the Fire-Holder, 1816

Interior Scene, ca. 1788. Creator: Torii Kiyonaga
Interior Scene, ca. 1788

Maharaja Rides Elephant, India Date: 1950

A Swooning Lady, late 19th century. Creator: Unknown
A Swooning Lady, late 19th century

Malkos Raga: Page from a Dispersed Ragamala Series (Garland of Musical Modes), ca. 1640-50

Woman Cooling Herself, ca. 1800. Creator: Utagawa Toyohiro
Woman Cooling Herself, ca. 1800

Ramkali Ragini: Page from a Dispersed Ragamala Series (Garland of Musical Modes), 18th century

Malavakusika Raga... from a Dispersed Ragmala Series (Garland of Musical Modes), early 17th cent
Malavakusika Raga: Page from a Dispersed Ragmala Series (Garland of Musical Modes), early 17th century

Ragini Des Variri: Page from a Dispersed Ragamala Series (Garland of Musical Modes), ca. 1680

A Messenger is Dispatched: Page from a Dispersed Manuscript, last quarter of the 17th century

Lionfish, Pterois volitans, Philippines
A trio of Lionfish (Pterois volitans) hunt above a reef in the Philippines; Philippines

Vicar captured by Cannibals
Shakespeare Up to Date ! Quote from Pericles - Act IV. Sc. 2: " If you require a little space for prayer, I grant it

President Chester A. Arthur suffers from dealing with the feuding factions of the Republican party. Cartoon, c1884
CHESTER A. ARTHUR CARTOON. President Chester A. Arthur suffers from dealing with the feuding factions of the Republican party. Cartoon, c1884

Wood Duck (Aix sponsa) adult male, fanning wings on water, U. S. A. autumn
Wood Duck (Aix sponsa) adult male, fanning wings on water, U.S.A. autumn

Au Jardin des Gemmes, 1924. Artist: Leon Carre
Au Jardin des Gemmes, 1924. Leonard Rosenthal. Illustration of Leon Carre. Private collection

Wooden Model of Man fanning Fire, Egyptian Tomb Finding, c1900 BC. Middle Kingdom

Royal Institution Christmas Lecture - H H Turner
Royal Institution Christmas Lecture. A new fairyland opened for children: little girls fanning away the white cloud formed by the pouring of liquid air on to water, at the Royal Institution

Fanning hair to add strength and beauty
Edwardian beauty routine for the hair - using a fan to waft strength and beauty into ones locks! Date: 1904

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"Fanning: A Delicate Art of Tender Flirting and Timeless Elegance" In the world of romance, it has long been a subtle language of flirtation. Just like Elizabeth Bennet in Jane Austen's Pride & Prejudice, ladies would delicately fan themselves to send secret messages to their suitors. With a flicker or flutter, they could convey interest or disinterest, all while maintaining an air of grace and sophistication. But fanning wasn't limited to matters of the heart alone. In 1894, women broke barriers by forming their own football teams – a bold move that challenged societal norms. These pioneering ladies fearlessly took to the field, fanning away stereotypes with every kick and goal. However, not all instances involving fans were as lighthearted. In 1771 during the Regulators revolt in North Carolina, Edmund Fanning attempted to pacify the rebellious group led by Ninian Bell Hamilton along the Eno River. This wood engraving from the 19th century captures this tense moment when Fanning sought resolution amidst chaos. Moving forward in time brings us to advertisements showcasing various products using fans as symbols of allure and luxury. From hairdressers' short cuts and perms promising transformational beauty to Cussons Imperial Leather soap ads invoking sensuality through fan-inspired imagery – these campaigns tapped into society's fascination with elegance and refinement. One particular advert from 1954 featured Imperial Leather Soap alongside a Louis XV Vernis Martin fan once owned by Catherine the Great herself. The fusion of history and indulgence created an irresistible allure for consumers seeking opulence in their everyday lives. Beyond human interactions lies nature's own interpretation – embodied by none other than the majestic Grey-headed flying-fox bat hanging upside down with its wings extended in Yarra Bend Park, Australia. Its graceful display reminds us that even creatures can find solace in gentle breezes and the rhythmic motion of their wings.