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Er, not strictly an animal, this is a firescreen. (1930's?) Under glass and framed in wood. Fashioned from fluffy sheepskin pieces, delicately shaded with dry brushwork to delineate the shape. Two glass eyes, a leather collar and a black velvet nose stuck on. (No, I didn't buy it..........)
Price: $650
Material: brass (steel mesh)
Dimensions (andirons): 15"h
Dimensions (firescreen): 26¼"h x 30"w
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This piece is a portion of a handmade custom fire screen. It is of hammered copper, and the design is original.
Full title: The Virgin and Child before a Firescreen
Artist: Follower of Robert Campin
Date made: about 1440
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