Antique Bronze Fireplace Screen Fan Napoleon III Lion Face

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Antique, French, bronze, figural lion face, fireplace screen, Napoleon III era. This fireplace screen is made of heavy, brass/ bronze. … Read more Antique, French, bronze, figural lion face, fireplace screen, Napoleon III era. This fireplace screen is made of heavy, brass/ bronze. This isn't like the many others available from the early to mid century. Features intricate detailing of filigree cut-out on the fan insides and outside edges, larger finial and solid latches to lock the screen shut when not in use. There is a figural face of a lions head on each side at the bottom with dimensional scroll leaves and a cabochon at the top surrounded by tiny roses. The screen blades are very solid and so are the slides in which each blade is fasted to for sliding. This is a very solid and piece and would make an exquisite addition to your fireplace hearth.
Measurements: approx 31 tall and 46" wide when opened. 7" wide at top 11" wide base. 6" depth. *May be slightly disassembled for ease of shipping.
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This fireplace screen is in beautiful antique condition. May have signs commensurate with age and use such as light surface scratches, possible dust, tarnish, polish residue. This is an antique item so may need some lubrication for ease of opening and closing. No obvious damage. See less