Highly Unusual Mid 18th Century Italian Fire Screen
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Rare and intriguing miniature Italian fire screen (apprentice model?)
Finely carved in rococo style and retaining the original red and gold pigments, beautiful patina
Traces of canvas on the back Centre Italy, circa 1740
Delightful conversation piece
Period
1740s
Materials
polychromed wood
Condition
very good, a couple of small losses on the carving