The production of elegant fans in Hangzhou has a long history and has been enjoying a widespread renown since the ancient times. Wangxingji Fan Mill, of which Wangxingji Fan Industrial Co., Ltd. grew out, was set up by Wang Xingzhai in the year of 1875. With the exquisite workmanship, unique functions and elegant taste, Wangxingji fan was famous as one of the three matchless products in Hangzhou besides Zhejiang's silk and the Longjing Tea at that time. The fans made by Wangxingji are called "the treasure of oriental art" by overseas friends.