1920s Italian Art Deco Chinoiserie Four-Panel Hand-Painted Screen With Gold Gilt – Sage Green

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1920s Italian Art Deco Chinoiserie Four-Panel Hand-Painted Screen with Gold Gilt – Sage Green
A striking and sophisticated 1920s Italian … Read more 1920s Italian Art Deco Chinoiserie Four-Panel Hand-Painted Screen with Gold Gilt – Sage Green
A striking and sophisticated 1920s Italian Art Deco Chinoiserie four-panel folding screen, exquisitely hand-painted and accented with gold gilt. This piece beautifully captures the refined intersection of Art Deco symmetry and European Chinoiserie influence, a hallmark of luxury decorative arts from the early 20th century.

Each panel is set against a muted sage green ground and features stylized scrolling foliage, floral elements, and ornamental motifs arranged within elegant arched reserves. The composition is highly balanced and rhythmic—reflecting the structured geometry of Art Deco design—while retaining the romantic, exotic inspiration of Chinoiserie.

Fine gold gilt highlights and borders add dimension and a soft luminosity, contrasting beautifully with the aged green surface. The finish exhibits a desirable period patina, including subtle craquelure and tonal variation consistent with authentic early 20th-century craftsmanship.

The four panels together create a continuous, architectural composition, making this an exceptional statement piece suitable for both traditional and modern interiors.

The reverse side is finished in a complementary green tone, allowing for versatile placement as a room divider, backdrop, or wall-mounted installation.

Dimensions:
Height: 84 in
Width: 64 in total
Depth: 1 in
Four panels (approx. 16 in each)
Condition:
Good antique condition with age-appropriate wear.

Surface shows authentic craquelure, minor paint wear, and light losses
Gilt retains a warm, aged patina
The reverse side fabric shows some wear consistent with use and age
Structurally sound and presents beautifully.

Style:
Art Deco / Chinoiserie / Italian / Early 20th Century

Materials:
Hand-painted wood with gold gilt decoration on a green background and green fabric on the back

Period: 1920s
Large-scale decorative screens from the Art Deco period are highly sought after by interior designers for their ability to add height, texture, and architectural presence. This piece works beautifully behind a sofa, as a headboard alternative, or as a dramatic focal wall installation. See less