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Set of 3 Late C18th / Early C19th Carved Statuary White Marble Panels of Classical Muses .
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Set of 3 Late C18th / Early C19th Carved Statuary White Marble Panels of Classical Muses .

19th century
Sold 27 February 2025 · M Lees and Sons
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Set of 3 late C18th / early C19th carved statuary white marble panels of classical muses .

Interesting and decorative set of three relief carved marble rectangular panels depicting classical Greek or Roman muses or perhaps goddesses. One figure with a classical harp or lyre , probably portraying the Greek god Apollo.

Possibly conceived as elements for a fire surround or decorative panels for the interior of a neo-classical garden temple or similar classically-inspired scheme.

Stepped integral bases allowing the panels to balance free-standing and upright.

In excellent condition with a polished surface showing minimal wear . One panel having had an historic repair to one corner .

H 9”

W 5”

D 3”

England c.1800

Date of Manufacture

M Lees and Sons has dated these Carved Marble Relief Panels to the 1800s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
22cm (8.66")
Width
12cm (4.72")
Depth
8cm (3.15")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1036831
Dealers Internal Reference
ML 2312
Dealers Notes

Established in the Cathedral City of Worcester for over 40 years ,M.Lees&Sons , run by Michael Lees ,have been dealing with public and trade from show-rooms in an early Georgian town-house. We aim to provide a straight-forward approach to our business and build lasting relationships with our customers. As members of the 'London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association' , we provide full descriptive details , date ,authenticity and any available provenance ,with full disclosure of any restoration or repair which may have taken place .

Whether buying for pleasure , decoration or investment, we welcome you to our web-site or premises .

Past projects have included advising clients on forming and disposing of collections , furnishing period properties , hotel and commercial projects , also a shoot-room and lodge .

All goods are available to view and owned by M.Lees & Sons .

If visiting, a telephone call prior is advisable as due to the demands of the business the show-room does not have regular hours . Please feel free to contact us if we can be of assistance . Our inventory on the website Selling Antiques .co.uk showcases our range of stock, whilst more items are available to view on our website. Please visit us on:

www.leesantiquesworcester.com.

Tel. 01905 26620 / 07860826218

Located in the centre of Worcester in the shadow of the Cathedral with easy parking nearby. Exit Junction 7 M5 and follow the signs for Worcester Porcelain Museum . Our premises are located 100 metres from the Museum and 50 metres from Pay&Display car-park in nearby King St.

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Set of 3 late C18th / early C19th carved statuary white marble panels of classical muses .
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Interesting and decorative set of three relief carved marble rectangular panels depicting classical Greek or Roman muses or perhaps goddesses.
M Lees and Sons

One figure with a classical harp or lyre , probably portraying the Greek god Apollo.

fig 1. A set of three upright rectangular white marble panels featuring hand-carved bas-relief figures of classical muses in flowing robes.
fig 1. Set of 3 Late C18th / Early C19th Carved Statuary White Marble Panels of Classical Muses .

Possibly conceived as elements for a fire surround or decorative panels for the interior of a neo-classical garden temple or similar classically-inspired scheme.

Stepped integral bases allowing the panels to balance free-standing and upright.

In excellent condition with a polished surface showing minimal wear . One panel having had an historic repair to one corner .

H 9”

W 5”

D 3”

England c.1800

Date of Manufacture

M Lees and Sons has dated these Carved Marble Relief Panels to the 1800s.

Height
22cm (8.66")
Width
12cm (4.72")
Depth
8cm (3.15")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1036831
Dealers Internal Ref
ML 2312
M Lees and Sons
M Lees and Sons
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2013

M.lees & sons , 'tower house' , severn st., worcester wr12nb tel . 07860826218

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the M Lees and Sons Profile Page

Trade Associations

M Lees and Sons is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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Archive I A set of three upright rectangular white marble panels featuring hand-carved bas-relief figures of classical muses in flowing robes. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Set of 3 Late C18th / Early C19th Carved Statuary White Marble Panels of Classical Muses .

Archive II A set of three upright rectangular white marble panels featuring hand-carved bas-relief figures of classical muses in flowing robes. View II
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M Lees and Sons

M Lees and Sons
Telephone 07860 826218 or 01905 26620
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Tower House
1 Castle Place
Severn St
Worcester
WR1 2NB
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/mleesandsons
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A set of three upright rectangular white marble panels featuring hand-carved bas-relief figures of classical muses in flowing robes.
Set of 3 late C18th / early C19th carved statuary white marble panels of classical muses .
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  • ObjectSculptures & Carvings
  • Period19th century
  • StyleNeoclassical
  • MaterialStatuary White Marble
  • ColourWhite
  • MotifsBas-relief figures, Classical drapery, Mythological muses, Rectangular stone plaque format
  • SizeH 22 cm (9 in) x W 12 cm (5 in) x D 8 cm (3 in)

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Neoclassical relief sculpture emerged during the mid-18th century, drawing inspiration from the classical art and architecture of ancient Greece and Rome with an emphasis on proportion, restraint, and mythological themes.

Sculptors traditionally used statuary marble, carved by hand using chisels, gouges, and rasps to achieve varying depths of bas-relief or high-relief against a flat stone background.

Authentic pieces typically exhibit hand-carved tool marks, natural weathering or patination appropriate to their age, crystalline structure within the marble, and historical mounting evidence on the reverse.

They can be mounted onto a neutral wall as focal art pieces or displayed on heavy mantelpieces and consoles, allowing the clean lines of neoclassical carving to contrast with modern minimalism.

Dust gently with a soft, dry microfibre cloth and avoid using water, acidic cleaners, or household detergents, which can etch the porous marble surface and damage the historic patina.
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