Antique Tapestry Fire Screen, English, Walnut, Needlepoint, Fireside, Victorian

Our Stock # 18.9117

This is an antique tapestry fire screen. An English, walnut and needlepoint fireside panel, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1840.

Exceptional frame quality with a striking embroidered portrait Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order Select walnut stocks present fine grain interest and rich caramel hues Panel presented behind clear, bright glass set neatly within the frame Adorned with a pierced scrolled form pediment between a pair of short finials Skilfully embroidered, the tapestry presents a woman in fine dress Excellent background detail to the portrait creates a fascinating scene Lower frame hosts a second carved bracket with further scroll motif Hessian backed panel adds an appealing finish to the reverse Turned balusters with cupped petal carvings terminate in squat cabriole legs Leaf carved knees sit either side a tapered stretcher rail with reeded detail Riding smoothly upon a set of four articulated ceramic castors

This is an attractive antique tapestry fire screen, with a delightfully embroidered portrait of a woman. Beautifully crafted throughout, this screen is a treat for any fireplace. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready to display.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 69.5cm (27.25'')
Max Depth: 48.5cm (19'')
Max Height: 115.5cm (45.5'') 

Panel Width: 49.5cm (19.5'')
Panel Height: 57.5cm (22.75'')