Mantel

Object/Artifact

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The Arts Club of Washington Collection

Fireplace mantel, unknown maker, Carrara Marble, ca. 1840-60.: The white marble mantel, with a central scrolled and foliated cartouche, has carved triads set into roundels within triangular recesses at each side. The arched opening has a cast iron and brass firebox insert. The shelf has rounded corners and a molded edge. One of a pair, matching AC.2024.062.
Fireplace mantel, unknown maker, Carrara Marble, ca. 1840-60.

The white marble mantel, with a central scrolled and foliated cartouche, has carved triads set into roundels within triangular recesses at each side. The arched opening has a cast iron and brass firebox insert. The shelf has rounded corners and a molded edge. One of a pair, matching AC.2024.062.

Name/Title

Mantel

Made/Created

Date made

circa 1840 - circa 1860

Time Period

19th Century

Dimensions

Height

46 in

Width

64 in

Depth

14 in

Location

Building

107 Theater Gallery

General Notes

Note

The exquisitely carved mantels are made of marble from the city of Carrara, in Italy’s Tuscany region. Carrara marble has been used since ancient Rome and is favored both for building (The Pantheon) and for sculpture (Michelangelo’s David). Originally, this space consisted of two rooms, each with its own fireplace, and an entry stair hall to the second level which was removed to make the auditorium. The marble is so dense it is cool to the touch on the hottest day.

Update Date

September 17, 2025