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Pole screens

Scope note

Firescreens with a tripod base and an upright shaft which supports the framed panel; distinguished from "cheval fire screens" which are supported on four legs.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

300037752

Broader Terms used

fire screens (furniture)

Narrower Terms used

écrans à pivot

Equivalent Terms used

pole screen

Created

13yrs ago

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