Andiron with figure of Jupiter (chenet) (one of a pair) 1675 - 1699

This bronze sculpture, "Andiron with figure of Jupiter (chenet) (one of a pair)", was created by Alessandro Algardi, a prominent Italian Baroque sculptor, between 1675-1699. Depicting the Roman god Jupiter perched atop a globe and flanked by four figures, this andiron is a powerful representation of the deity’s strength and authority. Algardi’s dynamic composition and the intricate details of the figures contribute to the overall grandeur of the sculpture. The piece is part of a pair, and it is housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.