Vintage Design
Rare Napoleon III gilded wooden four-leaf folding screen upholstered on one side with a vintage Madeleine Castaing striped fabric and on the other side with a green linen velvet reminiscent of the decoration of Hubert de Givenchy’s private mansion (Hôtel d’Orrouer, Paris, France). This screen was part of a former Parisian decoration by Madeleine Castaing. Madeleine Castaing (1894-1992) was an internationally renowned French antique dealer and interior designer. She was a friend and patron of many artists, including Modigliani, Picasso, Jean Cocteau and Soutine, who painted her portrait now in the Metropolitan Museum in New York. Original and whimsical, she revolutionised the world of decoration by creating the Castaing style, which is a reference today. She was the mentor of Jacques Grange.
Each panel: 55 x 140 cm (21.7 x 55.1 inches)
Dimensions of the unfolded screen: 220 x 140 cm (86.6 x 55.1 inches)
Good general condition (patina and small defects due to the age of the screen, 19th Century)
| Creator |
Madeleine Castaing |
|---|---|
| Design Period | Before 1890 |
| Production Period | Unknown |
| Identifying Marks | This piece is attributed to the above-mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark |
| Style | Vintage |
| Detailed Condition | |
| Restoration and Damage Details |
Light wear consistent with age and use, Some small defects
|
| Product Code | RJQ-1185203 |
| Materials | Fabric |
| Color | Green |
| Width |
220 cm 86.6 inch |
| Depth |
10 cm 3.9 inch |
| Height |
140 cm 55.1 inch |
| Duties Notice | Import duty is not included in the prices you see online. You may have to pay import duties upon receipt of your order. |
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