BK-15072
Jean Mallet
c. 1800 - c. 1850
Medium
gold (metal)
Dimensions
7.1; 5.5; 1.5; 5.6
About this artwork
Collectie Maurits Elzas, Arnhem
Art Historical Context
**BK-15072 by Jean Mallet (c. 1800–c. 1850)** Nestled in the Collectie Maurits Elzas Arnhem, this delicate gold artwork by Jean Mallet exemplifies the refined craftsmanship of early 19th-century European metalwork. Measuring just 7.1 cm in height, 5.5 cm wide, 5.6 cm in one dimension, and a slender 1.5 cm deep, its compact form suggests a personal luxury item, such as a small box or étui, designed for intimate daily use. Gold, as the medium, was prized for its malleability and enduring luster, allowing goldsmiths like Mallet to showcase intricate techniques in an era bridging Neoclassicism an...