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Grand Tour Temple of Castor and Pollux
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Grand Tour Temple of Castor and Pollux

19th century
Sold by Cella
Sold 28 January 2025 · Cella
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Description

Good size Grand Tour 19th Century alabaster scale model of the Temple of Castor and Pollux based on the original in the Forum in Rome. Nicely figured pale white alabaster. Finely carved Corinthian columns, walled base and decoration to the frieze and architraves. Good condition for age. Italian, circa 1870.

Physical Dimensions
Height
41.5cm (16.34")
Width
20.5cm (8.07")
Depth
8.5cm (3.35")
Declaration

Cella has dated this Grand Tour Architectural Model to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1012414
Dealers Internal Reference
CA59
Dealers Notes

Based in London, we are dealers in fine decorative antiques from the 18th and 19th centuries. We specialise in this era of enlightenment, neoclassicism and the Grand Tour, with its far reaching influence on style and taste in Britain, Continental Europe and beyond: elegance in the age of Napoleon. Our extensive stock covers all aspects of this period and decorative antiques influenced by the period. We constantly source new, beautiful items and upload to our site regularly. We are first and foremost antique collectors with over thirty years of experience; we only buy what we love and we hope you will too. Additional images can be supplied on request. More items are available on our website http://www.cellantiques.co.uk. We ship worldwide.

Description
Good size Grand Tour 19th Century alabaster scale model of the Temple of Castor and Pollux based on the original in the Forum in Rome. Nicely figured pale white alabaster. Finely carved Corinthian columns, walled base and decoration to the frieze and architraves. Good condition for age. Italian, circa 1870.
Height
41.5cm (16.34")
Width
20.5cm (8.07")
Depth
8.5cm (3.35")
Date of Manufacture

Cella has dated this Grand Tour Architectural Model to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1012414
Dealers Internal Ref
CA59
Cella
Cella
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2019

Specialists in the grand tour and french decorative objects, clocks and furniture, circa 1780-1880.

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An antique carved marble architectural model depicting three fluted columns with Corinthian capitals supporting a classical entablature on a stepped base. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An antique carved marble architectural model depicting three fluted columns with Corinthian capitals supporting a classical entablature on a stepped base. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Grand Tour Temple of Castor and Pollux

Archive II An antique carved marble architectural model depicting three fluted columns with Corinthian capitals supporting a classical entablature on a stepped base. View II
Archive III An antique carved marble architectural model depicting three fluted columns with Corinthian capitals supporting a classical entablature on a stepped base. View III
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Cella

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Telephone 020 8299 4945
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Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/cellantiques
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Items Sold 305
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An antique carved marble architectural model depicting three fluted columns with Corinthian capitals supporting a classical entablature on a stepped base.
Grand Tour Temple of Castor and Pollux
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An antique carved marble architectural model depicting three fluted columns with Corinthian capitals supporting a classical entablature on a stepped base.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDecorative Sculptures
  • Period19th century
  • StyleNeoclassical
  • MaterialMarble, Alabaster
  • ColourCream
  • MotifsCorinthian capitals, Fluted columns, Classical entablature, Stepped podium base
  • SizeH 41.5 cm (16 in) x W 20.5 cm (8 in) x D 8.5 cm (3 in)

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Grand Tour architectural models were miniature sculptures of famous classical ruins, purchased by wealthy young Europeans during the 18th and 19th centuries as souvenirs of their travels through Italy and Greece.

These models were typically hand-carved from natural stones found in Italy, most commonly white marble, alabaster, limestone, and various coloured marbles representing different architectural elements.

Authentic period pieces feature hand-carved detailing with tool marks appropriate to the 19th century, natural ageing and patination of the stone, and structural construction methods consistent with nineteenth-century craftsmanship.

Positioning the piece on a library mantelpiece, an office desk, or a bookshelf adds architectural interest and historical depth to a room, pairing particularly well with dark woods and leather.

Dust the surface gently with a soft, dry microfibre cloth and keep the item away from direct sunlight, moisture, and extreme temperature fluctuations to prevent the stone from degrading.
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