As well as an online database of about 400 fans, Hampshire Museums and
Archives Service (UK) also has a page on the care of fans -  see
www.hants.gov.uk/museum/fans/fans03.html

Ian Edelman
Web Manager
Recreation & Heritage
Hampshire Country Council
www.hants.gov.uk/rh


On Thu, 6 May 2004 09:10:21 -0500, Rachel M. Foster
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Our institution recently acquired a collection of both folding and flat
fans.  Some of these date back to the 1800's and are very fragile.  The
fans are made from various materials, including mother of pearl,
celluloid, feathers, paper, and silk.  I was wondering the best way to
store these fans.  Some of the paper fans are very fragile and I am afraid
they will tear further if they are unfolded.  However, the silk and other
fabric fans are in good condition and can stand to be opened.  Also, the
feathered fans are in various conditions ranging from good to poor.  On
the fans in poor condition some of the feathers are missing and broken.
One of the fans is held together with florist wire.  If there are any
suggestions on how this collection could be better cared for, they would
be greatly appreciated.

Thank you,
Rachel Foster
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