Folding screen - Wood, Textile - Milflores Medieval

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Elena Napoleone
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Holds a bachelor's degree in history of art and architecture, with 12 years of experience in decorative arts.

Estimate  € 280 - € 350
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Description from the seller

It is a screen with millefleurs-style medieval tapestry decoration, a piece from the late 19th century or early 20th century that revives the narrative and vegetal aesthetics of the great European hangings inspired by the Middle Ages. The screen’s structure serves as a support for an exuberant textile, where the scene unfolds as a small autonomous world: figures dressed in historical costumes, musicians, pedestrians, couples conversing, all wrapped in a lush landscape that blends gardens, trees, and evoked architecture.

The millefleurs motif, characterized by an abundance of plants, leaves, flowers, and small botanical details that fill every inch of the background, provides that sense of a living tapestry, almost forest-like, where nature becomes a continuous ornament. This style, heir to the great medieval workshops and reinterpreted by 19th-century historicism, gives the screen a warm and enveloping presence.

The color palette, rich yet softened by the passage of time, combines earth tones, deep greens, subdued reds, and discreet blues, creating a serene and narrative atmosphere. The textile, crafted with care, shows the artisan’s hand in every figure, in every fold of the garments, in every vegetal element that contributes to the decorative density of the whole.

Overall, it is a piece that unites textile craftsmanship, medieval imagination, and historicist sensibility, perfect for adding character, warmth, and a touch of ancient fantasy to any space.

Certified shipping and good packaging.

Seller's Story

Vintage Shop SL is a prominent antique store that since 2010 has been committed to customer satisfaction and sustainability. This shop is not only a cultural treasure that preserves the history and heritage of our societies, but also strives to operate in a sustainable and environmentally responsible manner. At Vintage Shop SL, we believe that customer service is essential to our success. Our highly trained team is dedicated to providing friendly, knowledgeable, and personalized service. We take pride in helping our customers find the perfect vintage pieces that fit their individual tastes and needs, ensuring their satisfaction and fostering lasting relationships. But that's not all. At Vintage Shop SL, we also care about the sustainability of the business and its impact on the natural environment. We are committed to reducing our carbon footprint and promoting responsible business practices. On the one hand, we promote the circular economy and reuse by offering vintage items in excellent condition. By acquiring antiques at our shop, customers contribute to the conservation of natural resources by avoiding the production of new items and reducing the carbon emissions associated with manufacturing and transportation.
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It is a screen with millefleurs-style medieval tapestry decoration, a piece from the late 19th century or early 20th century that revives the narrative and vegetal aesthetics of the great European hangings inspired by the Middle Ages. The screen’s structure serves as a support for an exuberant textile, where the scene unfolds as a small autonomous world: figures dressed in historical costumes, musicians, pedestrians, couples conversing, all wrapped in a lush landscape that blends gardens, trees, and evoked architecture.

The millefleurs motif, characterized by an abundance of plants, leaves, flowers, and small botanical details that fill every inch of the background, provides that sense of a living tapestry, almost forest-like, where nature becomes a continuous ornament. This style, heir to the great medieval workshops and reinterpreted by 19th-century historicism, gives the screen a warm and enveloping presence.

The color palette, rich yet softened by the passage of time, combines earth tones, deep greens, subdued reds, and discreet blues, creating a serene and narrative atmosphere. The textile, crafted with care, shows the artisan’s hand in every figure, in every fold of the garments, in every vegetal element that contributes to the decorative density of the whole.

Overall, it is a piece that unites textile craftsmanship, medieval imagination, and historicist sensibility, perfect for adding character, warmth, and a touch of ancient fantasy to any space.

Certified shipping and good packaging.

Seller's Story

Vintage Shop SL is a prominent antique store that since 2010 has been committed to customer satisfaction and sustainability. This shop is not only a cultural treasure that preserves the history and heritage of our societies, but also strives to operate in a sustainable and environmentally responsible manner. At Vintage Shop SL, we believe that customer service is essential to our success. Our highly trained team is dedicated to providing friendly, knowledgeable, and personalized service. We take pride in helping our customers find the perfect vintage pieces that fit their individual tastes and needs, ensuring their satisfaction and fostering lasting relationships. But that's not all. At Vintage Shop SL, we also care about the sustainability of the business and its impact on the natural environment. We are committed to reducing our carbon footprint and promoting responsible business practices. On the one hand, we promote the circular economy and reuse by offering vintage items in excellent condition. By acquiring antiques at our shop, customers contribute to the conservation of natural resources by avoiding the production of new items and reducing the carbon emissions associated with manufacturing and transportation.
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Details

Era
1400-1900
Style subtype
Renaissance Style
Title additional information
Milflores Medieval
Country of origin
France
Material
Textile, Wood
Style
Antique
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
130 cm
Width
150 cm
Depth
5 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
SpainVerified
3635
Objects sold
91.67%
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