Mid 19th Century French Bronze Fireplace Screen Fan Napoleon III Charles Casier

Description

Gorgeous, French, bronze, figural face, peacock fan Napoleon III, fireplace screen by Charles Casier. This fireplace screen is made of … more Gorgeous, French, bronze, figural face, peacock fan Napoleon III, fireplace screen by Charles Casier. 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 woman on each side with dimensional leaves. 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. *Please read further for more details.

Measurements: approx 31 tall and 10" wide when closed. 12" wide base. 9" depth. 45" wide when opened. *May be slightly disassembled for ease of shipping.
Marks: Signature for Charles Casier on the inside top of main fan blade as well as the intertwined Cs.
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. less