Name: A Grand Tour Marble Torso of an Athlete, After the Antique
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1027053
Price: 8000 GBP
Availability: SoldOut

19th century

Sold by Spitalfields House

Sold 27 August 2025 · Spitalfields House

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Description

A beautiful Grand Tour statuary marble torso of an athlete, after the antique. Probably Rome, 19th century. Raised on a later Nero Marquina plinth. A real statement piece.

Measures - 46cm H x 23cm W x 13cm D (Overall). 39cm H x 23cm W x 13cm D (Torso).

Physical Dimensions

Height

46cm (18.11")

Width

23cm (9.06")

Depth

13cm (5.12")

Declaration

Spitalfields House has dated this Marble Male Torso to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1027053

Description

A beautiful Grand Tour statuary marble torso of an athlete, after the antique. Probably Rome, 19th century. Raised on a later Nero Marquina plinth. A real statement piece.

Measures - 46cm H x 23cm W x 13cm D (Overall). 39cm H x 23cm W x 13cm D (Torso).

Physical Dimensions

Height

46cm (18.11")

Width

23cm (9.06")

Depth

13cm (5.12")

Date of Manufacture

Spitalfields House has dated this Marble Male Torso to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1027053

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Spitalfields House

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ObjectSculptures
Period19th century
StyleNeoclassical
MaterialMarble
ColourWhite
MotifsAnatomical muscular definition, Fragmentary antique form, Square marble plinth
SizeH 46 cm (18 in) x W 23 cm (9 in) x D 13 cm (5 in)

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Grand Tour sculptures are 18th and 19th-century miniature or full-sized replicas of ancient Greek and Roman antiquities, collected by wealthy young Europeans during their educational travels across the continent.

Authentic period pieces were frequently carved from Italian marbles such as Carrara, often mounted on contrasting plinths made of black marble, slate, or Siena marble.

Authenticity is determined by examining the natural patination, tool marks consistent with period manual carving techniques, micro-abrasions, and the mineral composition of the stone and its mounting.

Place the sculpture on a minimalist console table, architectural plinth, or library bookshelf to create a focal point that contrasts classical antiquity with modern clean lines.

Dust gently with a soft, dry microfiber cloth. Avoid using water, chemical solvents, or abrasive cleaners, which can degrade the porous surface and historic patination.