Fan 1715 - 1725

This 18th-century fan, created by Swedish artist Carl Gustav Klingstedt, depicts a series of scenes with ships and people on the water. The delicate hand-painted details across the fan's surface evoke a sense of movement and grandeur, highlighting the important role of seafaring in the era. The fan, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, serves as a reminder of the intricate craftsmanship and artistry that went into even everyday objects during the Baroque period.