19th-Century Wooden Fire Screen w/ Beautiful Embroidery Panel - 37½" x 21¼"

This 19th-century wooden fire screen features an exquisite embroidered panel evoking the Garden of Eden. The finely carved wooden frame showcases elegant curves and decorative latticework, supporting a delicate tapestry rich in botanical motifs and abundant foliage. The warm, timeworn patina of the wood enhances its antique character, while the intricate needlework displays remarkable craftsmanship and vivid naturalistic details. 

Fire screens became popular in the 18th and 19th centuries as both functional and decorative objects, shielding occupants from the direct heat of the fireplace while adding elegance to the room. The embroidery on this piece reflects the influence of pastoral and biblical themes often seen in textiles of the period, with stylized flora and fauna symbolizing a lost paradise. Such handcrafted screens were a mark of refinement in aristocratic and bourgeois interiors.

This fire screen makes a striking decorative accent in a classic or eclectic interior, adding warmth and historical depth to any space. Placed near a mantelpiece, it complements rich wood furnishings and antique textiles, creating a sense of old-world charm.

Condition and wear consistent with age and use.
Approx. overall 37½" high x 21¼" wide x 13"
Approx. overall 95cm high x 54cm wide x 33cm