Fire screens shielded people from excessive heat and flying sparks.  They also covered the fireplace when not in use in.  Iron, brass and bronze were often the metals used, with wire mesh insets to trap sparks.

 

Giltwood is wood that has been treated with a layer of gold leaf, a technique that became popular in the 18th and 19th centuries.  In antique furniture, it is considered a sign of luxury.