Autumn (one of a pair) 1745 - 1747

"Autumn (one of a pair)" is a massive marble urn sculpted by Nicholas Sébastien Adam the Younger in the mid-18th century. This highly decorative piece features intricate carvings of a cherub's head adorned with grapevines, a motif that symbolizes the season. Its imposing size and ornate details likely placed this work in a grand garden setting, reflecting the Rococo style's penchant for exuberance and ornamentation. This sculpture, now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, stands as a testament to the artistic mastery of Adam the Younger and the grandeur of 18th-century European design.