Cotswold School Limed Oak Room Divider from Heals of London, 1920s

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A rare Heal's limed oak and glazed four-panel folding screen room divider. Circa 1920's.

The screen is of superb quality … Read more A rare Heal's limed oak and glazed four-panel folding screen room divider. Circa 1920's.

The screen is of superb quality and construction. Note the leather in between the hinged panels, ensuring no visible gaps and giving a seamless appearance.

Made in quarter sawn oak, showing the lovely medullary rays in the wood, with the original limed finish. Overall in very good condition. Showing some light signs of use. One side (as illustrated in photograph number 9) shows two outer panels being of very slightly darker colour. This is where the screen has been stored when not in use.

The upper panels have clear glass. There is no damage to these. There are some light scuff marks in places.

There is no maker's label, but the construction and design are consistent with Heal's furniture produced during this period.

The folding panels all work well on their hinges. Photograph number 1 shows the screen at 137cm wide. The screen is very heavy. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



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