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English adjustable tapestry and mahogany fire screen

Offered by: Mayfair Gallery

Description
English adjustable tapestry and mahogany fire screen
English, c. 1860
Height 138cm, width 45cm, depth 40cm

This mahogany and gilt metal fire screen is supported on a wooden tripod base with an ornately decorated gilt metal stem. The hand-woven tapestry depicts an autumn landscape scene, with snowy mountains and two distant boats in the background, and a quaint lakeside boathouse in the foreground. This smaller type of fire screen is placed between a lit fire and an occupant of the room to shield a person’s face from the heat. The screen height is adjustable.

More Information

Origin:	England
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Gilt metal, wood, tapestry.
Creation Date:	1860
Styles / Movements:	Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	8218
Incollect Reference #:	530036

Dimensions

W.	17.72 in;	H.	54.33 in;	D.	15.75 in;
W.	45 cm;	H.	138 cm;	D.	40 cm;

Message from Seller:

Mayfair Gallery is a leading gallery in the field of art and antiques, holding a large collection of unique pieces for sale. The breadth of the gallery’s collection is wide, and includes items from a range of periods, styles and geographical origins, as well as works by famous artists and craftsmen. The main focus of the gallery’s collection is, however, on items produced during the 19th and early 20th century.