{"id":15546065486202,"title":"Antique Chinese Hardwood Fire Screen \/ Fire Guard – Hand-Carved Dragon \u0026 Phoenix, c.1910 LARGE","handle":"vintage-brass-and-wire-fire-guard-firescreen-antique-art-deco-1930-copy","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAntique Chinese Hardwood Fire Screen, c.1910 – Exquisite Hand-Carved Dragon \u0026amp; Phoenix Panel (95cm High). In Super Antique Condition.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"293\" data-end=\"605\"\u003eAn outstanding early 20th-century Chinese hardwood firescreen, crafted around 1910 and presented in\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"393\" data-end=\"458\"\u003eexcellent condition throughout, with no nicks, dings or marks\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its preservation is remarkable for a piece of this age, allowing the full depth and clarity of the carving to be appreciated exactly as intended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"607\" data-end=\"875\"\u003eStanding an impressive\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"630\" data-end=\"643\"\u003e95cm high\u003c\/strong\u003e, this sculptural firescreen is carved from dense, richly toned hardwood and showcases a dramatic central panel featuring a sinuous dragon entwined with a phoenix—symbols of power, harmony, and auspicious balance in Chinese culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"877\" data-end=\"1354\"\u003eThe hand-carving is of exceptional quality. Every feather, scale and swirling flourish is rendered with extraordinary skill, demonstrating the craftsmanship of a highly accomplished artisan. The surrounding panels are equally intricate, with stylised clouds, sacred creatures, geometric borders and auspicious motifs woven together to create a deeply textured, visually captivating design. The upper crest, crowned with intertwined dragons, adds an imposing and regal presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1356\" data-end=\"1611\"\u003eThis is a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1366\" data-end=\"1392\"\u003erare collectible piece\u003c\/strong\u003e, both in scale and in carving complexity. Firescreens of this calibre seldom reach the open market, making it a superb opportunity for collectors, interior designers, or those seeking a truly distinguished focal point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1613\" data-end=\"1892\"\u003eIts architectural proportions make it perfect for a grand entrance hall, beside a stone or marble fireplace, or as a standalone statement in a drawing room, library, boutique hotel or refined study. 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Chinese Hardwood Fire Screen, c.1910 – Exquisite Hand-Carved Dragon \u0026amp; Phoenix Panel (95cm High). In Super Antique Condition.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"293\" data-end=\"605\"\u003eAn outstanding early 20th-century Chinese hardwood firescreen, crafted around 1910 and presented in\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"393\" data-end=\"458\"\u003eexcellent condition throughout, with no nicks, dings or marks\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its preservation is remarkable for a piece of this age, allowing the full depth and clarity of the carving to be appreciated exactly as intended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"607\" data-end=\"875\"\u003eStanding an impressive\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"630\" data-end=\"643\"\u003e95cm high\u003c\/strong\u003e, this sculptural firescreen is carved from dense, richly toned hardwood and showcases a dramatic central panel featuring a sinuous dragon entwined with a phoenix—symbols of power, harmony, and auspicious balance in Chinese culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"877\" data-end=\"1354\"\u003eThe hand-carving is of exceptional quality. Every feather, scale and swirling flourish is rendered with extraordinary skill, demonstrating the craftsmanship of a highly accomplished artisan. The surrounding panels are equally intricate, with stylised clouds, sacred creatures, geometric borders and auspicious motifs woven together to create a deeply textured, visually captivating design. The upper crest, crowned with intertwined dragons, adds an imposing and regal presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1356\" data-end=\"1611\"\u003eThis is a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1366\" data-end=\"1392\"\u003erare collectible piece\u003c\/strong\u003e, both in scale and in carving complexity. Firescreens of this calibre seldom reach the open market, making it a superb opportunity for collectors, interior designers, or those seeking a truly distinguished focal point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1613\" data-end=\"1892\"\u003eIts architectural proportions make it perfect for a grand entrance hall, beside a stone or marble fireplace, or as a standalone statement in a drawing room, library, boutique hotel or refined study. Wherever placed, it brings historic gravitas and artistic richness to the space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements: (approx):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e95cm High\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eMiddle Panel: 50cm W  Side Panels:  25.5 cm  Total width when full opened: 100 cm\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eDepth: 28cm\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFREE collection from our shop by telephone appointment only\u003c\/b\u003e. Viewing also available by appointment only  - tel: 01895 675596.  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eOur motto is to reuse and recycle these wonderful antique and vintage items so that they get a new lease of life and at the same time you will have a unique, personal item of good quality in your home that will also contribute to the world's carbon footprint. We owe it to our future generations to not be a throwaway society.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe delivery quoted in this listing is for mainland UK only.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003ePlease contact us for a delivery quote to Cornwall, Scotland, Highlands or Islands or Offshore UK, Northern Ireland, Jersey, Guernsey, IOW, etc as it may be more than the price quote.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eCourier price quoted is for specialist antique courier. Timed and exact delivery day requests are not available but delivery will normally be within a two week window. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThis item is available to view at our showroom RetroNovia, 12 New Pond Parade, West End Road, Ruislip Gardens, Middlesex HA4 6LR . Please call us on 01895 675596 to make sure the item is available before coming to view.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWe are located easy access from London and Oxford and are directly off the Main A40 Polish War memorial junction.\u003c\/div\u003e"}