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Elegant fireplace screen, crafted in Tuscany in the first half of the 19th century (circa 1820–1840), made of carved wood gilded with gold leaf. Its sinuous and richly decorated structure was designed to be placed in front of an unlit fireplace during the warmer months, serving a practical purpose, but above all, a decorative one.
It features a shaped frame, adorned with foliated scrolls and floral motifs, and is crowned with a central mascaron at the top.
In good overall condition, it retains its original gilding, with natural wear from age and a few minor losses that, while not affecting its aesthetic integrity, confirm its authenticity and historical character.
The central panel is upholstered with the original neutral-toned fabric, embellished with floral motifs embroidered in petit point, in soft pastel shades consistent with the 19th-century taste for pastoral and decorative compositions.
At the time, such fireplace screens were considered aristocratic furnishings, symbols of elegance, often found in drawing rooms and formal reception areas.
A rare and highly charming piece, it conveys a refined way of living and continues to enhance any interior with a quiet sense of intimacy and understated nobility.
- Material: Carved wood, gilded with gold leaf
- Size: cm 65 x 44 x 118h
- Condition: Restored
- Period: Early 19th
- Style: Louis Philippe
- State: Optimal conditions
