This is a Victorian style pole screen that is thought to have been made in England around the 20th century. This is a masterpiece that combines beauty and practicality to protect your face from the heat of the fireplace.The deep reddish-brown color of mahogany or rosewood gives it a timeless look. The central pillar is lathe-worked by skilled craftsmen, and the three-legged tripod is engraved with elegant carvings. The circular screen is decorated with hand-embroidered needlepoint drawings of English gardens, and the delicate landscape paintings still convey the careful work that was unique to the studios of the time.

Details

During the Victorian era, pole screens were an essential piece of furniture in the living rooms of the upper class. At the time, it had a practical purpose of preventing lead-containing makeup from melting due to heat, but over time its value as a decorative item to brighten up the interior of a room increased. The turning technique seen in the pillars of this product is a design that was popular from the Georgian to Victorian Revival periods, and is the result of craftsmanship that brings out the beauty of the wood to its fullest. The screen has a functional structure that allows you to slide up and down along the pillars and adjust the height to suit your sitting position. The hand-embroidered landscape paintings depict the path of a garden filled with flowers, giving it the feel of looking at a full-length painting.

Recommended uses

In modern living spaces without fireplaces, they can be used as partitions or blindfolds. If you place it in a corner of your study or living room, it will gently divide the space and add an elegant accent. Also, if placed in the entrance hall, it will become an impressive welcome piece for visitors. The height of the screen is adjustable, so you can place it behind a sofa or chair to create a backdrop. The soft light emitted by the hand-embroidered landscape paintings brings a story and depth to the space. It has a unique presence in a reading corner surrounded by antique furniture or as a tool to create a relaxing space.

Interior coordination proposal

[Classical British] Combined with a Chesterfield sofa and mahogany side table, this creates a British gentleman's study style with a heavy Persian rug. The warm light from the antique lamp beautifully illuminates the embroidered landscape paintings.

[Elegant French] Create an elegant French chic by pairing it with white or ivory furniture, chandeliers, and velvet fabrics. The pole screen serves as an accent, bringing elegance and calm to the space.

[Modern Mix] By deliberately placing it among simple modern furniture, a contrast between old and new is created, creating a sophisticated and unique space. The contrast stands out and the antique presence stands out even more.

About quality and condition

As this is a reused product, there is some signs of use compared to a new product.

There may be some color unevenness due to repair marks or aging.

There may be slight scratches or scuff marks due to use, but this does not affect use.

There may be slight differences in color tone between the photo and the actual product.

[About confirmation at physical store]

You can see the actual product at our physical store in Meito Ward, Nagoya City. Please be sure to check out the textures and colors in-store, which are difficult to convey through online images and descriptions. *Depending on the status of business negotiations at the store, there may be cases where the display is temporarily unavailable. We recommend that you contact us in advance of your visit.