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Grand Tour Marcus Aurelius Column in Marmo Rosso
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Grand Tour Marcus Aurelius Column in Marmo Rosso

19th century
Sold by Cella
Sold 11 April 2026 · Cella
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Rare Italian 19th century Grand Tour Marmo Rosso marble model of the Column of Marcus Aurelius after the original situated in the Piazza Colonna in Rome. Surmounted by a patinated bronze model of the Emperor the incised spiral relief on the central column portrays Marcus Aurelius's Danubian campaigns of 166-180AD. Stepped pedestal base with incised and painted dedication. A good quality early example with minimal losses to pedestal base. Italy, Rome, circa 1850

Physical Dimensions
Height
42.5cm (16.73")
Width
7.5cm (2.95")
Depth
7.5cm (2.95")
Declaration

Cella has dated this Grand Tour Marcus Aurelius Column to the 1850s.

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Sellingantiques Reference
SA1095887
Dealers Internal Reference
CA929
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.

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Rare Italian 19th century Grand Tour Marmo Rosso marble model of the Column of Marcus Aurelius after the original situated in the Piazza Colonna in Rome.
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Surmounted by a patinated bronze model of the Emperor the incised spiral relief on the central column portrays Marcus Aurelius's Danubian campaigns of 166-180AD.
Cella

Stepped pedestal base with incised and painted dedication. A good quality early example with minimal losses to pedestal base. Italy, Rome, circa 1850

Height
42.5cm (16.73")
Width
7.5cm (2.95")
Depth
7.5cm (2.95")
Date of Manufacture

Cella has dated this Grand Tour Marcus Aurelius Column to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1095887
Dealers Internal Ref
CA929
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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A tall, slender red marble column featuring carved spiralling relief details, topped with a small bronze figure and mounted on a square inscribed plinth. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A tall, slender red marble column featuring carved spiralling relief details, topped with a small bronze figure and mounted on a square inscribed plinth. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Grand Tour Marcus Aurelius Column in Marmo Rosso

Archive II A tall, slender red marble column featuring carved spiralling relief details, topped with a small bronze figure and mounted on a square inscribed plinth. View II
Archive III A tall, slender red marble column featuring carved spiralling relief details, topped with a small bronze figure and mounted on a square inscribed plinth. View III
Archive IV A tall, slender red marble column featuring carved spiralling relief details, topped with a small bronze figure and mounted on a square inscribed plinth. View IV
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A tall, slender red marble column featuring carved spiralling relief details, topped with a small bronze figure and mounted on a square inscribed plinth.
Grand Tour Marcus Aurelius column in Marmo Rosso
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A tall, slender red marble column featuring carved spiralling relief details, topped with a small bronze figure and mounted on a square inscribed plinth.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectDecorative Sculptures
  • Period19th century
  • StyleNeoclassical
  • MaterialMarmo Rosso, Bronze
  • ColourDark Red
  • MotifsSpiral relief carving, Inscribed square plinth, Figural finial
  • SizeH 42.5 cm (17 in) x W 7.5 cm (3 in) x D 7.5 cm (3 in)

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Grand Tour souvenirs were miniature replicas of classical architecture and sculptures acquired by wealthy young Europeans during the 18th and 19th centuries as cultural mementoes of their travels through Italy.

These items were typically crafted using native Italian marbles such as rosso antico and marmo rosso, combined with cast bronze or brass for sculptural elements and detailing.

Authentic period pieces exhibit period-appropriate patina, hand-carved detailing in the stone, hand-chased bronze work, and natural signs of age and wear consistent with the 18th or 19th century.

This object works well as a focal point on a mantelpiece, bookshelf, or executive desk, adding historical depth and classical symmetry to both traditional and contemporary spaces.

Dust gently with a soft, dry microfibre cloth. Avoid using water, chemical solvents, or abrasive cleaners, as these can damage the delicate patination on both the stone and the metal.
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