The Cleveland Museum of Art

Collection Online as of December 24, 2025

Balustrade

c. 1630

Italy, 17th century

carved and turned walnut
Overall: 87.6 x 195.6 x 33.4 cm (34 1/2 x 77 x 13 1/8 in.)
Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic Trust 1915.564.a
Location: Not on view

Description

This balustrade, or railing, was probably intended for use in a private house, perhaps to set off a bed alcove.
  • (Eugene Glaenzer).
  • Inaugural Exhibition. The Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland, OH (organizer) (co-organizer) (June 6-September 20, 1916).
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https://www.clevelandart.org/art/1915.564.a