Pair of Antique Beaded Fireplace Face Screens
Description
A beautiful pair of late 19th-century Victorian fireplace face screens, featuring intricate floral needlework, delicate glass beadwork, decorative brass handles, and gold fringe and tassels.
Originally used to shield one's face from the heat of a fireplace, these pieces are wonderful examples of Victorian decorative arts. Each features an ornate floral design surrounded by scrolling beadwork, with quilted silk backing.
Sourced in France, they would be beautiful displayed on a wall, tucked into a collection of antique objects, or incorporated into a mantel arrangement.
Antique condition with visible age-related wear, including fading, loose threads, worn and fraying fringe, and discoloration to the quilted backs. Price is for the pair. 19 in H x 9.5 in W.