The paper leaf is painted in tempera. It reflects the style of the Donzel school although there is no certain evidence affirming its belonging. A delightful summer river landscape shows figures in vaguely seventeenth century style clothing involved in a chivalrous pursuit.
On the right side, the initials “MD” have yet to be attributed.
The mother of pearl sticks are marvellously crafted and damascened, like many from this period.
2015
Aldo Dente is certain that this fan bears the mark of Marie Donzel
Marie Charles DONZEL, painter, academy official, 1824-1889.
"Details make perfection, and perfection is not a detail."
Leonardo Da Vinci
