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Mantel
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The cornucopias and scroll-shaped brackets capped by the bust of the youthful Roman god, Mercury, were inspired by the work of Inigo Jones, one of the first British architects of great renown. The mantel was originally installed in Wanstead House, formerly located on the outskirts of London. Working opposite the architect, Colen Campbell (1676–1729), William Kent completed the interior decoration of the estate and likely produced this mantel as well. When Wanstead House was pulled down in 1822, the Duke of Hamilton purchased the chimney piece and three others from Wanstead House to display in his own home near Glasgow, Scotland.
| Artist / Maker | Inigo Jones |
|---|---|
| Date | c. 1730 |
| Culture / Origin | England, 18th century |
| Medium | marble |
| Dimensions | Overall: 153.7 x 204.4 cm (60 1/2 x 80 1/2 in.) |
| Department | Decorative Art and Design |
| Type | Furniture and woodwork |
About the Artist
Inigo Jones (English, 1573–1652) Full biography →
Provenance & Source
Image & data: Cleveland Museum of Art, CC0 / Public Domain.
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