Overview
A striking example of Art Deco 'Ocean Liner' style, this fireplace screen features a bold cast-metal scallop shell base supporting a tapered, pierced brass panel.
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Preliminary identification
Art Deco Brass 'Venus' Scallop Shell Fireplace Screen, c.1930
Photo reference
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Story
In the 1930s, the fireplace was no longer just a source of heat; it was a stage for the 'theatre of the home.' This piece draws directly from the 'Style Paquebot' or Ocean Liner style, which brought the luxury of grand transatlantic ships into the suburban…
Maker / Origin
While often unsigned, pieces like this were the bread and butter of high-end metal foundries that flourished in the early 20th century.
Condition & Value
The brass shows a nice aged patina with some surface oxidation and dust, which is expected for a hearth item. Quick ID could not verify a named-artist market here, so this is intentionally priced like decorative/local-sale art.
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