Large Putti From Old NYC Metropolitan Opera House Ceiling Circa 1880 30 " X 19 "




Item History & Price

Information:
Reference Number: Avaluer:23438873Age: 1880
Original/Reproduction: OriginalPrimary Material: Plaster and Gold Gilding or Paint
Original Description:
A putti / cherub figure holding cymbals from the Old 39th street Metropolitan Opera House in New York City. c.1880. Gilt or gold painted gesso / plaster with burlap and wooden armature. Unsigned. 
SIZE:  30 1/4"h x 19 1/4"w x 7 1/2"d.  The piece weighs 40 to 50 pounds.  
This is a monumental historic piece for the lover of antiques, architecture and opera.
Provenance: Part of the interior ceiling designed by Carrere & Hastings. Condition: Overall good c...ondition with some cracking, flaking, and chipping consistent and with age, use, and manner in which removed from original setting.
From our research the Putti was part of the ceiling decoration. There are photographs in the library of congress which show details of the ceiling and the various putti. During demolition in 1966 people were allowed to take souvenirs of the decorations as a momenta. This piece was obtained from such a person.  If you google Old Metropolitan Opera House in NYC you will find any numbers of articles and lots of photographs to include the putti's or cherubs around the ceiling.  Also the National Library of Congress has lots of photographs.  This is a piece of history.  Could be restored or mounted as it.  It is a magnificent sculpture.  



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