† Gilt-Washed Steel and Chinoiserie-Painted Silk Floor Screen
1990s, the steel frame with gilt pineapple finials, the hand-painted silk panels depicting a chinoiserie garden scene bordered on one side with a low metal "fence" abutting cut and gilt-steel "cattails".
h. 76-1/2", open w. 75"

Whimsical lot in overall good condition. The steel frame sturdy. The silk panels with scattered anomalies consistent with hand-painting. The mottled light tan ground sets off clear scenic colorations throughout. One side panel with a 1/8" pin hole near one outer edge. Unsigned. New Orleans Auction Galleries is pleased to issue and opinion of any lot; the absence of a condition report does not indicate that a lot is perfect condition or free from damage and/or wear.  Please understand that New Orleans Auction Galleries employs no professional conservators. All statements in any condition report, or statements taken verbally, are purely our best opinions, and not blanket statements of fact issued by this auction house.  Prospective buyers should examine each lot so as to satisfy themselves concerning condition, genuineness, importance, age, etc. Regardless of any statements made in writing or verbally, all lots are sold strictly "As Is" in accordance with section 2 of our Conditions of Sale.  No returns will be accepted on the basis of condition.