Drawing, Elevation of a Mantlepiece Wall, 1770–80, Jean Charles Delafosse, 1770–80

A looking glass is in the over mantel. Putti form bases of candelabra on mantle shelf. Flanking mantle are two women carrying baskets on their heads, medallions above, defined by fluted pilasters. In niches on either side are putti playing in shell-shaped fountains. Date: 1770–80. Dimensions: Sheet: 14.4 x 22.9 cm (5 11/16 x 9 in.). Medium: pen and black ink, wash. Collection: Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum. Drawing, Elevation of a Mantlepiece Wall, 1770–80 (CH 18172015-2)