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Antique Napoleon III Giltwood Firescreen from France

About the Item

This antique French giltwood framed oval needlepoint firescreen was originally used to cover the opening of the fireplace during the warmer months when the fireplace was not in use. It dates from the Napoleon III period, which puts this in the mid1800s range. The oval giltwood frame has double sided ornamentation and a central cartouche of a needlepoint floral composition in a vase. The back of the needlepoint is lined with a compatible color of plain silk. The motifs are egg and dart, scoop patterns, acanthus leaves, shells, margents, husks and c-scrolls. The screen is supported at either end with acanthus leaf posts on double cabriole legs and scrolling feet. The large oval shape is a rare form to find in French firescreens.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 45.5 in (115.57 cm)Width: 37 in (93.98 cm)Depth: 15.38 in (39.07 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Silk,Textile,Wood,Gilt,Hand-Woven
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1850
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. CONDITION: Good Antique Condition with minor chips and rubs to giltwood, some background portions of needlepoint unfinished, minor pulls and losses to gimp, minor dark spots as seen in photos, loss silk on back.
  • Seller Location:
    Dallas, TX
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 913-181stDibs: LU90631001302
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