Vanderbilt Mantelpiece 1881 - 1883

The Vanderbilt Mantelpiece, created by American sculptor Augustus Saint-Gaudens between 1881 and 1883, is a stunning example of decorative arts and is currently on display at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. The elaborate marble and bronze mantelpiece is adorned with intricate carvings and a mosaic panel depicting a female figure symbolizing Charity. Saint-Gaudens's masterful use of materials and classical references creates a visually striking and historically significant work that captures the grandeur of the Gilded Age.