How were folding canvas screens used?

These tall screens functioned as movable partitions within larger rooms to create private areas or block draughts. They served both practical containment purposes and decorative display functions in period interiors.

Are these panels painted on both sides?

Certain folding screens feature painted canvas surfaces on multiple sides, providing decorative views from different angles in a room. Single panels and wall hangings typically display imagery on the front face only.

How do I care for antique canvas panels?

Keep painted canvas away from direct sunlight and damp environments to protect the oil paint and wood supports. Dust gently with a soft dry cloth without using liquid cleaners.

What subjects appear on these panels?

Motifs range from pastoral landscapes and portraits to religious icons and narrative scenes. Decorative schemes also include Chinoiserie and neoclassical architectural elements.