Modernist Fire Screen Set in Nickel, Glass and Black Enamel by WMH Jackson
Modernist Fire Screen Set in Nickel, Glass and Black Enamel by WMH Jackson
This refined and handsome four piece fire screen set was realized by the New York based maker WM H. Jackson- renowned for creating first-rate design products since 1827. This set- created in the manner of Donald Deskey- features two octagonal polished nickel andirons with dual striations running down each edge. The andiron bodies are circumscribed at top and bottom with two concentric skyscraper style black enamel bands. Above the upper black enamel band there is a translucent glass orb- a design nod to Machine Age in America a la Donald Deskey- with a ribbed finial holding it in place. The andirons sit on octagonal polished nickel bases and have rectangular black iron supports extending outwards where they are adjoined at a right angle by a vertical arm that ascends to the floor. With its clean modernist lines and superlative construction, this set- featuring two andirons, a grate and a screen- would be a winning addition to any style of interior from classic Deco to contemporary. The screen bears the original label reading "WM H Jackson Company New York, NY."
American, 20th century
Dimensions:
Height: 27” (68.58 cm) x Width: 27.5” (69.85 cm) x Depth: 22.5” (57.15 cm)
Creator: W.M.H Jackson Company (Maker)
Style: Modern
Place of origin: United States
Date of manufacture: 20th Century
Period: 20th Century
Materials and techniques: Enamel, Nickel
Condition: Excellent
Reference Number: LU793410058081