The secret language of the "Abanico" (fan) - Yes/No
The first folding fan as we know it today was probably invented in China and Japan starting from the 7th century, and arrived in Europe around the 16th century from the East thanks to Portuguese and Venetian trade relations.
At first, the use was common for both sexes.
Men carried small ones in their pockets while women used larger fans.
Subsequently, its use became progressively exclusive to ladies, who used it not only as an accessory and status symbol but as a true communication tool.
In the 1700s, in fact, the fan reached its peak of fame. It entered the court, churches, and all ceremonies. And it is precisely at this point that the complicated secret code developed to communicate with lovers and admirers.
There is no unique code, as it varies from place to place; in any case, we have tried to put together a small series of coded messages just for you, so that you too can decipher (or send) messages through the ancient secret code.
Each of our Abanico (fan) is a unique piece, made in Spain and hand-painted in Casperia with all the colors of the sun's rays, choose yours!
#1 Yes/No
Rest the fan on your right cheek (Yes)
Rest it on your left cheek (No)