Looking Glass

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a black and white photo of a fireplace mantel. The mantel is rectangular with fluted columns on each side. The mantel has a decorative top with a raised edge and small ornamental details along the top edge. On top of the mantel, there are two identical vases with wheat-like plants. The vases have curved handles that point outward. In the center of the mantel, on top, is a sculpture of an eagle with its wings spread. The eagle stands on a short pedestal. There is no fire or grate visible, as the image appears to show the mantel alone. The background is a plain wall. The title of the image is "Looking Glass" by an unknown artist.