Original Federation Fire Screen Silver Ash C.1905
Offered for sale is a rare & original Federation Fire screen. It is attributed to W. H. Rocke & Co. & was thought to be made in Melbourne around 1905. The form is Arts & Crafts & it would have been an innovative example in it's time. It's purpose was to dress the fireplace when not in use & shield excess heat when in use. Gloves, scarves & small apparel were dried on the removable brass rod. The two pedestals are designed to display lamps, candlesticks or vases. The quality of manufacture is ex