Who created "Medieval Chimneypiece Design"?

Medieval Chimneypiece Design was created by Anonymous, British, 19th century in 19th century.

When was "Medieval Chimneypiece Design" created?

This artwork was created 19th century.

What medium is "Medieval Chimneypiece Design"?

Medieval Chimneypiece Design is Graphite.

Is "Medieval Chimneypiece Design" in the public domain?

Yes, Medieval Chimneypiece Design is in the public domain and available for free download under CC0 license.

Medieval Chimneypiece Design

Anonymous, British, 19th century

19th century

Medium

Graphite

Classification

Drawings|Ornament & Architecture

Department

Drawings and Prints

Museum

Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY

Credit

The Elisha Whittelsey Collection, The Elisha Whittelsey Fund, 1960

Accession Number

60.632.86

Tags

Architecture

Art Historical Context

Step into the enchanting world of 19th British design with this delicate *Medieval Chimneypiece*, an anonymous graphite drawing from the Metropolitan Museum Art's Elisha Whittelsey Collection. Created in graphite—a versatile medium favored by architects and designers for its precision and subtle shading—this work captures the intricate details of a fireplace mantel inspired by medieval architecture. Chimneypieces were focal points in grand homes, blending functionality with opulent ornamentation, and this sheet exemplifies the meticulous planning behind such features. In the 19th century, Bri...

Medieval Chimneypiece Design

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