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Firescreen panel
A firescreen panel was used to protect the complexion from the direct heat of a fire. This wool and cotton example dates from the early 19th century.
The shield-shaped panel is decorated with glass and metal beads, backed with cream silk and edged with a cream silk cord, fringe and two tassels.
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000-100-001-998-C |
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National Museums Scotland |
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0098: National Museums Scotland
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National Museums Scotland H.SU 12 |
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Early 19th cent. Early 19th century
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Wool, cotton, purple; net, glass, metal; silk, watered, cream; cord, cream
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21.00" L x 17.00" broad
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Panel, firescreen
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Small furnishings: firescreens, stools, etc. (NMAS Classification)
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Shield-shaped fire screen panel of purple wool and cotton on a net backing, decorated with glass and metal beads and backed with cream watered silk, early 19th century
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