Vouwwaaier met een voorstelling naar het schilderij 'Le prétendu' van Prosper-Etienne Berne-Bellecour after 1876

This decorative fan, created by French artist Auguste Lauronce after 1876, features a scene inspired by Prosper-Etienne Berne-Bellecour's painting "Le prétendu". The fan depicts a group of figures in a garden setting, likely a romantic encounter, captured in delicate detail. Lauronce's work exemplifies the popularity of fan painting as a decorative art form in 19th-century France, often showcasing scenes from literature or historical events. The fan’s elegant ivory and cream tones, paired with a detailed painted scene, make it a beautiful and intriguing piece.