
Traditional Chinese round hand fans, or Tuanshan (团扇)
Traditional Chinese round hand fans, or Tuanshan (团扇), have a rich history spanning over 2,000 years. Originally favored by royalty and high-society women in ancient China, they serve as both a practical cooling tool and a canvas for refined art. Key Characteristics • Artistic Designs: They frequently showcase classical ink wash paintings, depicting figures, landscapes, flowers, and birds, often accompanied by elegant calligraphy. • Symbolism: The round shape represents union, completeness, and happiness in Chinese culture. • Materials: Traditionally crafted using a delicate frame (often bamboo, wood, or bone) wrapped in fine silk, gauze, or paper, attached to a decorative handle. • Small/Mini fan, with an estimated fan diameter of 15.5 cm to 18 cm (6" – 7"). • Medium/Standard fan, with an estimated fan diameter of 20.5 cm to 22 cm (8" – 8.7").
