Wrought Iron Fire Screen from Atelier Marolles, France, 1950s

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This wrought iron fireplace screen was produced by Atelier Marolles in France during the 1950s. The structure is made entirely … Read more This wrought iron fireplace screen was produced by Atelier Marolles in France during the 1950s. The structure is made entirely of hand-forged iron, featuring a rectangular frame supported by two arched trestle legs that terminate in decorative scrolls. A dense wire mesh serves as the central backdrop, overlaid with a grid design that creates distinct rectangular compartments. Within these frames, hammered iron silhouettes depict a vertical collection of elephants, goats, horses, and winged roosters. The figures are applied directly to the mesh surface, showcasing a hammered and textured metal finish.

Functionally, the screen incorporates an integrated set of fireplace tools that hang from forged hooks on the side stiles. The set includes a brush, dustpan, poker, and claw or trident, all crafted with matching stylistic elements. The assembly is based on traditional blacksmithing techniques, emphasizing the industrial yet artisanal nature of the metalwork typical of Marolles' mid-20th-century designs. I have official proof of authenticity such as vintage catalogs,
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