Severino Mocholi, The Gallant Reader, France, circa 1900 Folded fan, called a "cabriolet", the skin sheet painted with gouache of a gallant scene in the scene in the taste of the 18th century. Signed lower left "S. Mocholi" for Severino Mocholi. Lovers adorn the side panels. The second leaf is decorated with loves and small temples of Love. The reverse painted with temples evoking antiquity. Mounted in cut, engraved and gilded blond horn with flower motifs. Height 24.5 cm In a cardboard box decorated with flowers and birds.