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French Fire Screen
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French Fire Screen

19th century
Description

Good Quality Fire Screen

Physical Dimensions
Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
73cm (28.74")
Depth
20cm (7.87")
Declaration

Michael Holt Antiques has dated this French Rococo Fire Screen to the 1870s.

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SA1236035
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Item number 147
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Description
Good Quality Fire Screen
Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
73cm (28.74")
Depth
20cm (7.87")
Date of Manufacture

Michael Holt Antiques has dated this French Rococo Fire Screen to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1236035
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Item number 147
Michael Holt Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2026

Specialist in metal antiques, especially brass and cast iron.

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An ornate French Rococo style gilt bronze fire screen featuring elaborate scrolled rocaille framework, cabriole legs, and a central decorative motif.
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Archive I An ornate French Rococo style gilt bronze fire screen featuring elaborate scrolled rocaille framework, cabriole legs, and a central decorative motif.

French Fire Screen

Archive II An ornate French Rococo style gilt bronze fire screen featuring elaborate scrolled rocaille framework, cabriole legs, and a central decorative motif. View II
Archive III An ornate French Rococo style gilt bronze fire screen featuring elaborate scrolled rocaille framework, cabriole legs, and a central decorative motif. View III
Archive IV An ornate French Rococo style gilt bronze fire screen featuring elaborate scrolled rocaille framework, cabriole legs, and a central decorative motif. View IV
Archive V An ornate French Rococo style gilt bronze fire screen featuring elaborate scrolled rocaille framework, cabriole legs, and a central decorative motif. View V
Archive VI An ornate French Rococo style gilt bronze fire screen featuring elaborate scrolled rocaille framework, cabriole legs, and a central decorative motif. View VI
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Michael Holt Antiques
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An ornate French Rococo style gilt bronze fire screen featuring elaborate scrolled rocaille framework, cabriole legs, and a central decorative motif.
French Fire Screen
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An ornate French Rococo style gilt bronze fire screen featuring elaborate scrolled rocaille framework, cabriole legs, and a central decorative motif.
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  • ObjectFire Screens
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench Rococo
  • MaterialGilt Bronze, Brass, Wire Mesh
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsRocaille scrollwork, acanthus leaves, central crest, cabriole feet
  • SizeH 76 cm (30 in) x W 73 cm (29 in) x D 20 cm (8 in)

This French fire screen originates from 1870 in the French Rococo style. Constructed from gilt bronze, brass, and wire mesh, the piece exhibits a gold colour. Elaborate scrolled rocaille framework, acanthus leaves, cabriole feet, a central decorative motif, and an ornate top loop form the decorative scheme. Measuring 76 cm high, 73 cm wide, and 20 cm deep, the dimensions suit placement on a fireplace hearth in a domestic interior. Position this fire screen in front of a living room fireplace to bring period character to the hearth area. The construction provides a physical barrier while allowing warmth to circulate into the room. Maintenance involves gentle dusting with a soft cloth to preserve the metallic finish without damaging the intricate details.

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French Rococo fire screens, prominent during the 18th century Louis XV reign, are characterised by fluid asymmetrical curves, rocaille shell motifs, and naturalistic acanthus leaf scrolls. Designed to deflect direct heat from open hearths while allowing ambient warmth to circulate, these screens elevated utilitarian hearth accessories into ornate sculptural centerpieces.

High-end French fire screens were predominantly crafted from cast bronze that was mercury-gilded, a finish known as ormolu, or from heavy cast brass. The central opening typically features fine wire mesh or woven metallic netting designed to catch flying sparks without obscuring the hearth.

Authentic period pieces exhibit hand-chased surface details, visible casting seams on the reverse, and heavy weight due to solid bronze or brass construction. Look for natural oxidation in deep crevices and signs of historical wear on the gilding, particularly around structural joints and foot bases.

In contemporary interiors, an ornate gilt fire screen serves as a focal point inside a non-operational fireplace or atop a polished stone hearth. It introduces metallic warmth and complex geometric contrast when placed against clean minimalist architecture or dark paint schemes.

Dust the ornate metalwork regularly using a soft feather duster or dry microfibre cloth to prevent dirt buildup in carved crevices. Avoid abrasive metal polishes or chemical solvents, as these can permanently strip original mercury gilding or historical patination; a light application of microcrystalline wax provides protective sealing.
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