Name/Title
Rectangular Rococo-style brass mesh fire screen, c. 1950sEntry/Object ID
2013.1.18Description
Acc. No. 13.1.18
Subject Category; Household, utilitarian
Date or Period: c. 1950's
Object: Screen, fire
Description: A rectangular-shaped fire screen consisting of a brass frame surrounding a brass finely woven mesh screen. Attached to the screening is a Rococo Style design consisting of a swag of cast flowers and leaves with ribbon pendants. The screen frame is supported by claw feet. Elaborate cast brass finger grip handles for lifting are found on the upper section of the metal frame.
Size: L-30 3/4 x W-27 inches.
History of Object: A firescreen purchased to accommodate the remodeled firebox that is surrounded by marble.
Acquired from: Meyers estate.
Date: 01/10/13