Lot 169
  • 169

A George III gothic style rosewood pole screen, circa 1770

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • rosewood, wool
  • 151cm. high; 4ft. 11½in.
the triptych shaped screen later decorated with decoupage portraits of historical figures, on a turned pole ending on inswept tripod feet

Provenance

By repute, Strawberry Hill

Condition

An interesting piece in overall reasonable condition. The cut-outs with some minor losses and wear. The top right gothic decoration has one loss which may require attention according to taste. There is some movement to the panels within their borders.
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