Charming Art Nouveau Brass Folding Chimney Screen - 23¾" x 34¼"

This folding brass fireplace screen dates to the late nineteenth or very early twentieth century and reflects the graceful spirit of the Art Nouveau period. Its finely pierced fan of radiating panels opens in a peacock tail effect, creating a romantic, theatrical silhouette that would have adorned a refined Belle Époque interior. The sculptural bronze base anchors the piece with elegant weight and beautifully modelled organic forms, while the scrolling uprights rise in fluid, plant-like curves characteristic of the era. Closed, the screen reads as an architectural ornament with a tall, slender profile. Open, it becomes a luminous arc that frames the hearth with poetry and movement. The surface has mellowed into a soft patina, with areas of verdigris and gentle oxidation that enrich the metal and underscore its age. The screen could be cleaned and polished if a brighter sheen is preferred, though the present finish will appeal to those who appreciate the quiet authenticity of timeworn brass and bronze. Whether dressing a working fireplace or standing as a sculptural accent in a living room, library, or bedroom, this Art Nouveau screen brings grace, romance, and a touch of Belle Époque glamour to any interior.