American Painted Mantelpiece in the Classical Revival Taste

fourth quarter 19th century, with full fluted Corinthian columns supporting the dentillated mantel shelf, the frieze decorated with a bas-relief panel of frolicking putti flanked by panels of delicate scrollwork, the opening lined with carved acanthus leaves.
overall h. 55", w. 67", d. 13", firebox h. 38", w. 40"

In good "as found" condition, exhibiting normal shrinkage, minor past repairs, mars, abrasions and losses to the polychromy and gesso. The joints appear to be tight and free of play. No losses to carving observed.