Antique Armorial Embroidered Panel Screen, Irish, Walnut, Needlepoint, Victorian

Our Stock # 26146

This is an antique armorial embroidered panel screen. An Irish, walnut and needlepoint house insignia firescreen, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1840.

• Striking craftsmanship with fascinating heraldic interest
• Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order
• Select walnut stocks present fine grain interest and quality fretwork
• Rich in colour with deep caramel hues throughout
  
  
• Superb fretwork pediments adorn the upper and lower frame
• Fine needlework panel presents the heraldry for the Irish line of the Molyneux family
• The Fleur de lis upon the Cross Moline relates to Castle Dillon, County Fermanagh
• A branch of the historic English Molyneux family, their motto is Stat Fortuna Domus Virtute
  
  
• Embroidered below the crest, it translates to 'The fortune of our house endures through virtue'
• The Tiger Passant above the crest is adorned with bead work for further visual distinction
• Turned and collared supports meet the quartet of squat cabriole feet, with relief carved knees
• The whole rides smoothly upon a set of ceramic and brass castors at each corner

This is a superb antique armorial embroidered panel screen, with an historical tie to a prominent family within Ireland. Ideal for accentuating a lounge or gently reflecting heat away from a fireplace. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 76.5cm (30'')
Max Depth: 52.5cm (20.75'')
Max Height: 126.5cm (49.75'')