A refined highly unusual folding fire screen or hearth guard constructed in brass with two hinged leaves that open outward from a central upright standard, each panel fitted with a regular grid of clear, beveled glass panes. The glazing's crisp bevels catch and refract light, creating a prismatic surface that reads as both protective and decorative when positioned before a fireplace. The brass framework is organized with architectural clarity: squared posts rise to turned finials, while the upper cresting forms a gentle arch with radiating struts that suggest late 19th-century taste moving toward early Arts and Crafts or Edwardian linearity. At the base, the central support terminates in a tripod-like foot with rounded arches, giving the piece stability and a sculptural stance; the hinged construction allows it to be used open as a wider guard or closed as a compact standing screen. The overall workmanship and materials suggest a Continental or English maker, late 19th to early 20th century, designed for practical hearthside use while complementing more formal interiors.

Measures: 33" w (open), 32.5" h, 16.75" w (closed).


Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Minor wear commensurate with age and use. Gilding loss commensurate with age - one screw missing, does not effect function. Small area of corner glass beveled chip.

Dimensions:
Height: 32.5 in.
Width: 33 in.
Depth: 1 in.

Category: Fireplace Screens & Fenders
Origin: United Kingdom
Materials: Brass, Glass

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Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Minor wear commensurate with age and use. Gilding loss commensurate with age - one screw missing, does not effect function. Small area of corner glass beveled chip.