Embroidered Fire Screen c. 1937

"Embroidered Fire Screen" is a design by Ernest A. Towers, Jr., created around 1937. The design depicts a fire screen with a decorative octagonal frame holding an embroidered panel depicting a lady in a landscape. The screen is supported by an ornate, tri-footed stand. This design showcases the delicate artistry of embroidery in the context of functional home furnishings. The intricate details of the embroidery, the gracefully curved legs of the stand, and the overall elegance of the design make this a striking example of early-20th-century decorative arts.