It was listed by Fowey River Antiques. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.
Fowey River Antiques has dated this piece to the 1910s.
The designer was kindly granted access by Lord Richard Rashleigh to the historic Menabilly House and former residence of Daphne Du Maurier, situated just outside Fowey
Each element of the scenic design was individually hand-painted in watercolour, taking inspiration from the Cornish flora and fauna surrounding her former home.
At the top of the cliff face sits The Gribben daymark which is visible from Menabilly house below the cliffs fall into the raging seas and rocks.
In the fore front of this scene are a selection of birds native to this area and who's species are specifically referenced in the novel.
The waves were created using traditional hand-marbling paper techniques.
Each of the birds depicted started as individually hand drawn and painted watercolours.
On the rear of the screen is a mass of rhododendron flowers, painted and drawn on site at Menabilly house.
The frame has been painted in Farrow and Ball eggshell with original brass bi-fold hinges, and original bevelled edged glass.
This is a bespoke one-off piece that would appeal to any fan of Daphne Du Maurier's works.
We also have a settee or sofa depicting the novel Rebecca listed, they would make an incredible talking point!
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Fowey River Antiques has dated this piece to the 1910s.
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Daphne Du Maurier 'The Birds' Edwardian Three Fold Screen C1910
