Record details

• generalData.title

  Folding screen

• generalData.creationDate

  Segle XVII

• generalData.manufacture

  Córdoba

• technicalData.measurements

  122 x 50 cm (cada fulla)

• technicalData.description

  Three-sided folding screen
  Embossed leather with polychrome and gold decoration of flowers and trimmings
  

• technicalData.complementaryDescription

  This exquisite 18th-century folding screen, crafted in Córdoba, is a remarkable example of guadamacil, the intricate technique of decorating embossed and gilded leather with vibrant polychromy. Its surface is adorned with floral motifs and embellishments inspired by contemporary textile designs, evoking the opulence of damasks and silk brocades. The three-panel structure seamlessly combines functionality and elegance, enhancing the refinement of any interior. This piece embodies the fusion of Mudéjar and Baroque aesthetics, reflecting the decorative tastes of the period while showcasing the sophistication of guadamacil. This artistic leatherwork tradition was introduced to the Iberian Peninsula by the Arabs, who not only brought advanced tanning techniques but also a refined appreciation for decorated leather, which later spread throughout Europe.