Drawing for a Mantelpiece 1780 - 1790

"Drawing for a Mantelpiece" is an anonymous architectural design created between 1780 and 1790. This detailed drawing, held in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, depicts an ornate mantelpiece with a classical, neoclassical style. The design features delicate floral motifs, roundels with figures, and a scale drawing below, providing precise measurements and an understanding of its intended form. This drawing represents a meticulous approach to interior design in the late 18th century, highlighting the growing interest in classical aesthetics and the refinement of domestic spaces.