Miniature brazier 1754 - 1755

This miniature brazier, crafted by Pierre Belleville in 1754-1755, is a prime example of 18th-century French silverwork. The intricate design and delicate proportions, including the elaborate handle with its ebony finial, highlight the craftsmanship of the period. Now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, this piece originally served a practical purpose for warming small items, though its exquisite detail makes it a treasured object of art.