Pedestal 19th century

“Pedestal” is a 19th century marble sculpture by French sculptor Augustin Pajou (1730-1809). The pedestal is a freestanding sculpture that is made of a single block of marble. The marble has a unique and striking appearance, with a creamy white base and a network of dark veins that give it a textured, almost organic look. It is currently on display at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. The pedestal's design is simple but elegant, with a cylindrical shaft that rises up from a square base. The shaft is adorned with a series of decorative elements that include a band of laurel leaves and a carved inscription. Pajou's work is notable for its neoclassical style, which emphasized simplicity, proportion, and balance. "Pedestal" is a testament to Pajou's masterful skill in sculpting marble, and its beauty lies in the subtle interplay of light and shadow on its polished surface.