A Brief History of the Fan

The hand fan has moved through centuries, continents, and cultures — always carried, always seen. From ancient Egypt and China to 18th-century France and West Africa, fans have been symbols of power, elegance, utility, and art.

In dynasties and courts, they were status symbols. In rituals and celebrations, they were tools of rhythm and grace. And in everyday life, they served a simple, timeless purpose: to cool, to conceal, to express.

Folding fans arrived in Europe by way of Asia and quickly became fashionable objects — not just for their function, but for their flair. At times, they were painted with love notes, used to send secret signals, or matched perfectly with gowns and gloves. They spoke a language of their own.

Today, the fan still holds its place — not as a relic, but as a revival. A fusion of form and function, expression and ease. Auryana continues that legacy — crafting fans that speak boldly, move beautifully, and elevate the everyday.