Chimneypiece (cheminée)
François Joseph Belanger · 1784
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The "Chimneypiece (cheminée)" was created by François Joseph Belanger in 1784. It is crafted from Verde di Levanto marble, patinated bronze, and gilt bronze. Its dimensions are H. 45-1/2 in. (115.6 cm.), W. 73-7/16 in. (186.5 cm.), and D. 17-3/4 in. (45.1 cm.).
Classified as Sculpture-Architectural, this object is part of the European Sculpture and Decorative Arts department. It was a gift from Mr. and Mrs. Charles Wrightsman in 1976.
The catalogue data does not specify the culture associated with the chimneypiece. Information regarding its provenance, exhibition history, or any literature mentioning it is not provided.
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