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C19th Italian Bronze ‘Grand Tour’ Souvenir Reduction , After the Antique, of “The Medici Vase”.
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C19th Italian Bronze ‘Grand Tour’ Souvenir Reduction , After the Antique, of “The Medici Vase”.

19th century
Sold 19 November 2025 · M Lees and Sons
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C19th Italian bronze ‘Grand Tour’ souvenir reduction, after the antique, of “The Medici Vase” .

Well-cast bronze reduction of the iconic ancient marble krater vase , known as the “Medici Vase”. The campana-shaped body cast in relief with classical figures ,the top rim with ovolo or ‘egg-and-dart’ detail, raised on a fluted socle onto a square base ,and having twin loop handles with mask-head terminals .

Fitted with a removable inner gilt-metal liner.

In excellent original condition with a rich , consistent patina and colour..

The monumental marble original was sculpted in Athens in the 1st century AD , as a garden ornament for the Roman market, and is now exhibited in the Uffizi Gallery Museum, Florence, Italy .

H 9”

W 5”

D 5”

Italy c.1870

Physical Dimensions
Height
22cm (8.66")
Width
12cm (4.72")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Declaration

M Lees and Sons has dated this Bronze Grand Tour Vase to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1089442
Dealers Internal Reference
ML 248
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.

Description
C19th Italian bronze ‘Grand Tour’ souvenir reduction, after the antique, of “The Medici Vase” .

Well-cast bronze reduction of the iconic ancient marble krater vase , known as the “Medici Vase”. The campana-shaped body cast in relief with classical figures ,the top rim with ovolo or ‘egg-and-dart’ detail, raised on a fluted socle onto a square base ,and having twin loop handles with mask-head terminals .

fig 1. A dark patinated bronze Grand Tour souvenir reduction of the Medici vase featuring classical figures in relief, scroll handles, and a square tiered base.
fig 1. C19th Italian Bronze ‘Grand Tour’ Souvenir Reduction , After the Antique, of “The Medici Vase”.

Fitted with a removable inner gilt-metal liner.

In excellent original condition with a rich , consistent patina and colour..

“
The monumental marble original was sculpted in Athens in the 1st century AD , as a garden ornament for the Roman market, and is now exhibited in the Uffizi Gallery Museum, Florence, Italy.
M Lees and Sons

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H 9”

W 5”

D 5”

Italy c.1870

Height
22cm (8.66")
Width
12cm (4.72")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Date of Manufacture

M Lees and Sons has dated this Bronze Grand Tour Vase to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1089442
Dealers Internal Ref
ML 248
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 dark patinated bronze Grand Tour souvenir reduction of the Medici vase featuring classical figures in relief, scroll handles, and a square tiered base. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

C19th Italian Bronze ‘Grand Tour’ Souvenir Reduction , After the Antique, of “The Medici Vase”.

Archive II A dark patinated bronze Grand Tour souvenir reduction of the Medici vase featuring classical figures in relief, scroll handles, and a square tiered base. View II
Archive III A dark patinated bronze Grand Tour souvenir reduction of the Medici vase featuring classical figures in relief, scroll handles, and a square tiered base. View III
Archive IV A dark patinated bronze Grand Tour souvenir reduction of the Medici vase featuring classical figures in relief, scroll handles, and a square tiered base. View IV
Archive V A dark patinated bronze Grand Tour souvenir reduction of the Medici vase featuring classical figures in relief, scroll handles, and a square tiered base. View V
Archive VI A dark patinated bronze Grand Tour souvenir reduction of the Medici vase featuring classical figures in relief, scroll handles, and a square tiered base. View VI
Archive VII A dark patinated bronze Grand Tour souvenir reduction of the Medici vase featuring classical figures in relief, scroll handles, and a square tiered base. View VII
Archive VIII A dark patinated bronze Grand Tour souvenir reduction of the Medici vase featuring classical figures in relief, scroll handles, and a square tiered base. View VIII
Archive IX A dark patinated bronze Grand Tour souvenir reduction of the Medici vase featuring classical figures in relief, scroll handles, and a square tiered base. View IX
Archive X A dark patinated bronze Grand Tour souvenir reduction of the Medici vase featuring classical figures in relief, scroll handles, and a square tiered base. View X
Archive XI A dark patinated bronze Grand Tour souvenir reduction of the Medici vase featuring classical figures in relief, scroll handles, and a square tiered base. View XI
Archive XII A dark patinated bronze Grand Tour souvenir reduction of the Medici vase featuring classical figures in relief, scroll handles, and a square tiered base. View XII
Archive XIII A dark patinated bronze Grand Tour souvenir reduction of the Medici vase featuring classical figures in relief, scroll handles, and a square tiered base. View XIII
Archive XIV A dark patinated bronze Grand Tour souvenir reduction of the Medici vase featuring classical figures in relief, scroll handles, and a square tiered base. View XIV
Archive XV A dark patinated bronze Grand Tour souvenir reduction of the Medici vase featuring classical figures in relief, scroll handles, and a square tiered base. View XV
Archive XVI A dark patinated bronze Grand Tour souvenir reduction of the Medici vase featuring classical figures in relief, scroll handles, and a square tiered base. View XVI
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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
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A dark patinated bronze Grand Tour souvenir reduction of the Medici vase featuring classical figures in relief, scroll handles, and a square tiered base.
C19th Italian bronze ‘Grand Tour’ souvenir reduction , after the antique, of “The Medici Vase”.
Ref: SA1089442
A dark patinated bronze Grand Tour souvenir reduction of the Medici vase featuring classical figures in relief, scroll handles, and a square tiered base.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectDecorative Urns
  • Period19th century
  • StyleNeoclassical
  • MaterialBronze
  • ColourDark Bronze
  • MotifsClassical figural relief, Egg and dart rim, Fluted pedestal foot, Scroll handles
  • SizeH 22 cm (9 in) x W 12 cm (5 in) x D 12 cm (5 in)

FAQs

Grand Tour bronzes are reduced-scale sculptural reductions of classical antiquities and architecture, collected by wealthy travelers touring Europe, particularly Italy, during the 18th and 19th centuries as symbols of education and status.

These pieces were typically produced using the lost-wax casting method (cire perdue) or sand casting, followed by hand-chasing of the surface details and the application of a chemical patina to simulate ancient oxidisation.

Authentic period pieces exhibit deep, stable patination, crisp hand-chased relief work without modern machine tooling marks, and appropriate weight and construction consistent with nineteenth-century foundry practices.

This object serves as a striking focal point on a mantelpiece, bookcase, or heavy timber desk, contrasting effectively against minimalist backgrounds or integrating seamlessly into traditional academic and maximalist schemes.

Maintain the surface by dusting gently with a soft, dry microfibre cloth. Avoid all chemical cleaners, water, or abrasive polishes, as these can strip the historical patina and diminish the value of the object.
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