Oeuvres de Sculptures en Bronze 1788

"Oeuvres de Sculptures en Bronze" (1788) is an engraving by Jean François Forty, a French artist who died at the young age of 15. This engraving shows a detailed design for a bronze chandelier with a central chain and multiple arms adorned with intricate carvings. The design likely served as a guide for artisans crafting decorative pieces for wealthy patrons during the late 18th century. This print, now in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, provides a glimpse into the artistry and craftsmanship valued in the Neoclassical era.