Antique classic fireplace screen "Fan" or "Peacock tail". France, XIX-XX centuries. Brass, metal carving, bronze, made in Baroque style. The "peacock's tail" is a rare and very popular form of fireplace screen due to its elegance and strangeness, in fact, the sliding design resembles a classic ladies fan or peacock tail. This form is a vivid example of how a unique object was born from a seemingly simple household item. The carving resembles the feathers of a bird, which is famous for its pride and is a symbol of immortality and beauty.