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Hand-Painted Folding Screen of Worlds Fair Exposition Scene, French

$3,950
£2,985.71
€3,431.11
CA$5,500.35
A$6,118.91
CHF 3,207.61
MX$74,771.64
NOK 40,844.93
SEK 38,449.85
DKK 25,611.95
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About the Item

A charming and wonderfully detailed three panel folding screen, tempura or gouche painting on paper and laid down on canvas of the World's Fair Exposition scene, France, mid-19th century. This screen can also be flat mounted and viewed as a painting.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 62 in (157.48 cm)Width: 60 in (152.4 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Mid-19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Excellent condition considering age, shows some stains and small punctures.
  • Seller Location:
    San Francisco, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU812811777721

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