What were Victorian fire screens used for?

Victorian fire screens were used for safety, and this is why people continue to use them to this day. When placed in front of the fireplace, the screen prevents sparks from flying out into the room. In addition, screens reduce glare and lessen heat output, making it more pleasant to sit in front of a crackling fire. Shop a variety of fireplace screens on 1stDibs.

What is a Japanese low screen used for?

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Screen Used Prop

Arnold Schwarzenegger

Edwardian Ceiling Light

Mgm Furniture

Titanic Prop

Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines Experimental T-101 Torso Screen Used Prop

$5,500

H 34 in W 24 in D 15 in

Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines Experimental T-101 Torso Screen Used Prop

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Overall, it looks good for a screen-used prop! See pictures for more details Measurements: 34" Tall 24" Wide 24" Deep

Category

Early 2000s Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Aluminum

Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines Experimental Chest T-101 Prop

$3,800

H 34 in W 24 in D 15 in

Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines Experimental Chest T-101 Prop

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines Experimental T-101 Chest with Arms Screen Used Prop Original Screen used “Terminator Model-101 Prototype chest with arms,” which was made for the ...

Category

Early 2000s Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Aluminum

Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines Experimental Chest w/ Arms T-101 Prop

$3,800

H 34 in W 24 in D 24 in

Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines Experimental Chest w/ Arms T-101 Prop

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Overall, it looks good for a screen-used prop! See pictures for more details

Category

Early 2000s Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Aluminum

Charlie's AngelsFull Throttle Fiberglass Mongolian Statue Hollywood Movie Prop

$5,500

H 70 in W 30 in D 20 in

Charlie's AngelsFull Throttle Fiberglass Mongolian Statue Hollywood Movie Prop

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Hollywood movie prop screen used in the high-octane sequel "Charlie's Angels: Full Throttle" of a full-size indigenous stone idol statue used in a fight scene with the angels in Mong...

Category

1990s Statues

Materials

Fiberglass

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Ben Hur Screen-Used Mechanical Ship Movie Prop

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H 50 in W 75 in L 50 in

Ben Hur Screen-Used Mechanical Ship Movie Prop

By MGM Studios

Located in Peekskill, NY

Ben Hur Screen-Used Miniature Ship. (MGM, 1925/1959) A spectacular articulated ship model from the sea battle scenes in both MGM versions of Ben-Hur. This vessel originally construct...

Category

Early 20th Century American Industrial More Folk Art

Working Screen Used Ceiling Light Prop From 1997 Titanic

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H 8 in Dm 16 in

Working Screen Used Ceiling Light Prop From 1997 Titanic

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Screen Used Ceiling Light Prop From 1997 Titanic made of plastic and metal with original auction tag and COA from 20th Century Props.

Category

1990s American Edwardian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Screen-Used Submarine Periscope Hero Prop from "Down Periscope" (1996)

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H 28 in W 18 in D 18 in

Screen-Used Submarine Periscope Hero Prop from "Down Periscope" (1996)

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Authentic screen-used submarine periscope prop from the 1996 film Down Periscope.

Category

1990s American Industrial Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Aluminum

Ben Hur Screen-Used Mechanical Ship Movie Prop

Sold

H 50 in W 75 in D 20 in

Ben Hur Screen-Used Mechanical Ship Movie Prop

By MGM Studios

Located in Peekskill, NY

Ben Hur screen-used miniature ship. (MGM, 1925/1959) A spectacular articulated ship model from the sea battle scenes in both MGM versions of Ben-Hur. This vessel originally construct...

Category

Early 20th Century American Industrial More Folk Art

Materials

Copper

Working Screen Used Ceiling Light Prop From 1997 Titanic

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H 8 in Dm 16 in

Working Screen Used Ceiling Light Prop From 1997 Titanic

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Screen Used Ceiling Light Prop From 1997 Titanic made of plastic and metal with original auction tag and COA from 20th Century Props.

Category

1990s American Edwardian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Working Screen Used Ceiling Light Prop from 1997 Titanic

Sold

H 8 in Dm 16 in

Working Screen Used Ceiling Light Prop from 1997 Titanic

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Screen used Ceiling light Prop From 1997 Titanic made of plastic and metal with original auction tag and COA from 20th century Props.

Category

1990s American Edwardian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Working Screen Used Ceiling Light Prop From 1997 Titanic

Sold

H 8 in W 16 in D 16 in

Working Screen Used Ceiling Light Prop From 1997 Titanic

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Screen Used Ceiling Light Prop From 1997 Titanic made of plastic and metal with original auction tag and COA from 20th Century Props.

Category

1990s Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Plastic

First Class Reception Ceiling Light Prop from First Class Reception Titanic 1997

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H 10 in W 15 in D 15 in

First Class Reception Ceiling Light Prop from First Class Reception Titanic 1997

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Original screen-used ceiling light prop from the 1997 Titanic Film directed by James Cameron.

Category

1990s American Edwardian Flush Mount

Materials

Steel

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Screen Used Prop For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the screen used prop you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A screen used prop — often made from fabric, metal and fiberglass — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect screen used prop — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. Each screen used prop bearing mid-century modern, modern or Victorian hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made screen used prop over the years, but those crafted by Edra and Rembrandt Lamp Company are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Screen Used Prop?

A screen used prop can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,388, while the lowest priced sells for $975 and the highest can go for as much as $8,282.

Questions About Screen Used Prop

What were Victorian fire screens used for?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
Victorian fire screens were used for safety, and this is why people continue to use them to this day. When placed in front of the fireplace, the screen prevents sparks from flying out into the room. In addition, screens reduce glare and lessen heat output, making it more pleasant to sit in front of a crackling fire. Shop a variety of fireplace screens on 1stDibs.
What is a Japanese low screen used for?
1 Answer
Lotus GalleryMarch 17, 2021
A Japanese low screen was traditionally used while seated upon the floor. The low screen would block wind and drafts, provide limited privacy, and are often decorated with seasonal themes.