Design for a silver centrepiece

workshop of Claude Ballin (II), c. 1745 - c. 1747

This is a full-scale presentation drawing of a centerpiece made by the famous goldsmith Claude Ballin II in 1747. The piece was doubtless commissioned by a foreigner, probably the Englishman Sir Gilbert Heathcote. The drawing may have been sent to him for his approval; eventually, various elements were executed somewhat differently.

  • Artwork typedesign drawing
  • Object numberRP-T-2014-48
  • Dimensionsheight 510 mm x width 750 mm
  • Physical characteristicsgrafiet, pen in bruin en penseel in grijs