A clockwork Shuco drumming clown

A pair of large carved hardwood Balinese dancers in full costume

The simplest of things

3/4" D: 15"

The Fonthill Room Screen Tables A clockwork Shuco drumming clownAn exceptional late 18th, early 19th century Chinese Gold laquered, eight panel room screen. Almost certainly aquired by William Beckford during his stewardship of the estate. The black lacquered timber panels are painted and gilt depicting a sprawling rural landscape, numerous figures, temples, animals meandering amongst pagodas and waterways within a border of trailing vines, amongst a myriad of exotic birds and butterflies. Verso decorated with