Fire screen hanging
Category
Textiles
Date
circa 1900
Materials
Felt, silk and silk cord
Measurements
390 mm (Width); 500 mm (Length)
Collection
Tyntesfield, North Somerset
NT 19877
Summary
A shield-shaped felt fire screen banner, Circa 1900, with felt work wreath of raised appliqué flowers and foliage. Very finely cut. Edged with gold cord. Faded red silk tassels from lower corners. Black silk backing in poor condition.
Provenance
Purchased from the estate of the late Lord Wraxall with the assistance of the NHMF and donations from members and supporters.