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Antique Gothic Fire Screen w. Handpainted Earth Angle, Saints and Carved Knights

About the Item

Stunning firescreen with a famous earth angle, two famous saint paintings and more. With meaningful 'religious art' from centuries-past being one of our specialities we were amazed, not only to find this rare and marvelous fire screen, but also because of its excellent condition. But then again, we think we see that more often, because true beauty, quality and meaningful antiques radiate something that was already there when it was created. This 'something' commands respect and this is why most people take very good care of very special pieces. Since much of what we know now about Christianity and about monastic life in its various 'forms' was given shape since the life of Christ, but possibly mostly so in Gothic / Medieval times, much of this is expressed in European Gothic Art of the past circa 8 centuries. This rare and beautiful fire screen from the early 1800s, which can also be used as a small room divider or a unique work of (decorative) art, is one of those unique Gothic antiques. The hand-carved knight sculptures are 'fun' and meaningful at the same time, because one of them looks a little desperate and the other looks more at piece and in prayer. The hand-carved winged angel in the middle/ on top seems to be overlooking this 'Gesamtkunstwerk'. What makes this antique really stand out and what also makes it complete are the three hand-painted panels inside this screen. Each of the figures portrayed here have dedicated their lifes to doing good, giving love and hope and thus healing people. In the centre is a glorious painting (in medieval style) of Earth Angel St. Raphael and the boy Tobias. The lady Saint on the right, we feel, is Elizabeth of Hungary (1207-1231) and the Saint on the left, we feel, is either Francis de Sales or Benedict of Nursia. We know too little to be sure, but we think the new owner and custodian will know. Below this description will be a short story of each of the figures portrayed in this screen. With so much beauty, quality and deeper meaning combined in this unique work of Gothic art, we feel, it will find a good home soon. If you feel (or know) this piece should be yours to own and enjoy then it could be flying your way soon. Mind you, our price for this once-in-a-lifetime-find even includes perfect packing and also worldwide shipping from our store to your door in just 4 days. Maximum height x width x depth (of the feet): 45.2 x 36.5 x 13.5 inches. We have a passion for the unique, for quality, for stylish yet practical and for craftsmanship of years gone by. Your purchases will be extremely well packaged and we look forward to serving you (again). You can shop all our 1000+ listings by pushing the button that reads 'View All From Seller'. As promised earlier, here are short descriptions of the figures portrayed in this unique screen: 1. St. Raphael is one of the 7 Archangels who stand before the throne of the Lord, and one of the only three mentioned by name in the Bible. He appears, by name, only in the Book of Tobit. Raphael's name means "God heals." This identity came about because of the biblical story that claims he "healed" the earth when it was defiled by the sins of the fallen angels in the apocryphal book of Enoch. Based on the story of St. Raphael and Tobias, St. Raphael has long been considered the patron saint of healers, travelers and fishermen. 2. Elizabeth of Hungary (1207-1231) was a princess of the Kingdom of Hungary and a greatly venerated Catholic saint who was an early member of the Third Order of St. Francis, by which she is honored as its patroness. Elizabeth was married at the age of 14, and widowed at 20. After her husband's death she sent her children away and regained her dowry, using the money to build a hospital where she herself served the sick. She became a symbol of Christian charity after her death at the age of 24 and was canonized on 25 May 1235. 3A. Benedict of Nursia (?480-543 AD) is a Christian saint venerated in the Catholic Church, the Eastern Orthodox Church, the Oriental Orthodox Churches, the Anglican Communion and Old Catholic Churches and he is a patron saint of Europe. Benedict's main achievement, his "Rule of Saint Benedict", contains a set of rules for his monks to follow. Heavily influenced by the writings of John Cassian, it shows strong affinity with the Rule of the Master, but it also has a unique spirit of balance, moderation and reasonableness, which persuaded most Christian religious communities founded throughout the Middle Ages to adopt it. As a result, his Rule became one of the most influential religious rules in Western Christendom. For this reason, Giuseppe Carletti regarded Benedict as the founder of Western Christian monasticism. 3B. Francis de Sales (1567-1622) was a Bishop of Geneva and is honored as a saint in the Catholic Church. He became noted for his deep faith and his gentle approach to the religious divisions in his land resulting from the Protestant Reformation. He is known also for his writings on the topic of spiritual direction and spiritual formation, particularly the Introduction to the Devout Life and the Treatise on the Love of God.

Dimensions:

Height: 45.25 in (114.94 cm)Width: 36.5 in (92.71 cm)Depth: 13.5 in (34.29 cm)

Style:

Gothic (In the Style Of)

Materials and Techniques:

Oak,Paint,Hand-Carved,Hand-Crafted,Hand-Painted

Place of Origin:

Europe

Period:

Early 19th Century

Date of Manufacture:

circa 1800

Condition:

Wear consistent with age and use. Apart from some minor, superficial wear to the paintings (consistent with age and use) this work of beauty is of museum quality and condition. It stands as strong and stable as the day it was hand-crafted. Please also read our item description.

Seller Location:

Lisse, NL

Reference Number:

Seller: 4006112-USfg21stDibs: LU2341319442902

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