Handscreen with edges cut in scroll design: chromolithograph of multi-colored flowers with green border glued in center consisting largely of 4 flowers; embossed paper border with scrolls and shells; embossed red-brown leather with floral rococo design covers back; a strip of gold paper at the top and bottom of screen holds back and front together; split wooden handle originally decorated in black paint with gilt trim.
Made/Created
Artist Information
Artist
Unknown
Attribution
Maker
Notes
Dates: 1834 - 1867
Date made: r. 1834 - 1867
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Width
9-1/2 in
Length
15-5/8 in
Dimension Notes
Display Dimensions: 9 1/2 x 15 5/8 in. (24.1 x 39.7 cm)
Material
Paper, Cardboard, Wood, Leather
Condition
Notes
Remarks: Details of condition: Foxing of paper, stains, paint and gilt on handle very worn.
Relationships
Related Entries
Notes
SS.62.87 - Hand screen - Part of set
General Notes
Note Type
General Note
Note
1 of pair
Note Type
StorageNote
Note
Home Location: Historic Hudson Valley, Sunnyside, Parlor
