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"The Tea", Fireback After François Boucher, 18th Century

About the Item

This fireback is 18th century period. A Chinese character serves tea with a small monkey. The decoration is inspired by a drawing by François Boucher (1703-1770). A fireback of the same model furnishes a fireplace hearth located at the Grand Trianon at Versailles Palace.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 38.59 in (98 cm)Width: 37.8 in (96 cm)Depth: 1.19 in (3 cm)
  • Style:
    Louis XV (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Iron,Cast
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1780
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 142471stDibs: LU7662233206112
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