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Antique Marble Statue Sculpture Marble Bust from a 19th Century Grand Tour Collection Garden Statue
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Antique Marble Statue Sculpture Marble Bust from a 19th Century Grand Tour Collection Garden Statue

19th century
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A most angelic and beautiful antique 19th century marble statue marble bust suitable for display either in the house or outside in a garden.

This stunning and eye catching antique 19th century marble statue is sculptured in the form of a praying angelic looking young person.

This Italian white antique marble statue is understood to have been sculptured by a master carver Florentine artist in the 19th century and after being purchased in Italy was brought back to England as part of a Grand Tour collection. After which this exquisite work of art has then been privately displayed in the grounds of a large country estate for many years.

Now fabulously aged with a patina built up over time, this delightful and charming perfectly carved and sculpted lifelike marble statue, is available to be purchased and cherished and again also to be either further displayed outside to complement and enhance a wonderful garden, or possibly become a beautiful warm focus to a property’s interior amongst other stunning works of art.

The 19th century master carver artist has captured the innocence and charm of this moment of contemplation and appreciation of life’s wishes and adoration of young youth perfectly.

Also a great garden statue

Measurements:

Height: 54 cm,

Width of the base 26 cm

Depth of base 28 cm

We do ship worldwide, but this is an extra cost on top of any agreed purchase price. So please ask for a shipping quote before agreeing to purchase.

Being an antique, the condition is aged and weathered from time itself. The photos clearly indicate its beautiful aged condition.

Physical Dimensions
Height
54cm (21.26")
Width
26cm (10.24")
Depth
29cm (11.42")
Declaration

Gerald Neville Antiques has dated this Carved Marble Praying Statue to the 19th Century.

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SA1138220
Dealers Internal Reference
Angelicprayer
Dealers Notes

We have over 40 years of expertise in the antiques trade and have extensive knowledge in virtually all areas from the 1600’s to the late 19th century. Shipping worldwide is offered, but we normally add this as an extra cost, so please request a shipping quote before agreeing a sale.

Description
A most angelic and beautiful antique 19th century marble statue marble bust suitable for display either in the house or outside in a garden.
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This stunning and eye catching antique 19th century marble statue is sculptured in the form of a praying angelic looking young person.
Gerald Neville Antiques
fig 1. A carved off-white marble sculpture depicting a child kneeling with hands clasped in prayer, set upon a rectangular marble base.
fig 1. Antique Marble Statue Sculpture Marble Bust from a 19th Century Grand Tour Collection Garden Statue

This Italian white antique marble statue is understood to have been sculptured by a master carver Florentine artist in the 19th century and after being purchased in Italy was brought back to England as part of a Grand Tour collection. After which this exquisite work of art has then been privately displayed in the grounds of a large country estate for many years.

fig 2. A carved off-white marble sculpture depicting a child kneeling with hands clasped in prayer, set upon a rectangular marble base.
fig 2. Antique Marble Statue Sculpture Marble Bust from a 19th Century Grand Tour Collection Garden Statue

Now fabulously aged with a patina built up over time, this delightful and charming perfectly carved and sculpted lifelike marble statue, is available to be purchased and cherished and again also to be either further displayed outside to complement and enhance a wonderful garden, or possibly become a beautiful warm focus to a property’s interior amongst other stunning works of art.

fig 3. A carved off-white marble sculpture depicting a child kneeling with hands clasped in prayer, set upon a rectangular marble base.
fig 3. Antique Marble Statue Sculpture Marble Bust from a 19th Century Grand Tour Collection Garden Statue

The 19th century master carver artist has captured the innocence and charm of this moment of contemplation and appreciation of life’s wishes and adoration of young youth perfectly.

Also a great garden statue

fig 4. A carved off-white marble sculpture depicting a child kneeling with hands clasped in prayer, set upon a rectangular marble base.
fig 4. Antique Marble Statue Sculpture Marble Bust from a 19th Century Grand Tour Collection Garden Statue

Measurements:

Height: 54 cm,

Width of the base 26 cm

Depth of base 28 cm

We do ship worldwide, but this is an extra cost on top of any agreed purchase price. So please ask for a shipping quote before agreeing to purchase.

Being an antique, the condition is aged and weathered from time itself. The photos clearly indicate its beautiful aged condition.

Height
54cm (21.26")
Width
26cm (10.24")
Depth
29cm (11.42")
Date of Manufacture

Gerald Neville Antiques has dated this Carved Marble Praying Statue to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1138220
Dealers Internal Ref
Angelicprayer
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Archive I A carved off-white marble sculpture depicting a child kneeling with hands clasped in prayer, set upon a rectangular marble base.

Antique Marble Statue Sculpture Marble Bust from a 19th Century Grand Tour Collection Garden Statue

Archive II A carved off-white marble sculpture depicting a child kneeling with hands clasped in prayer, set upon a rectangular marble base. View II
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A carved off-white marble sculpture depicting a child kneeling with hands clasped in prayer, set upon a rectangular marble base.
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During the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, young European aristocrats undertook the Grand Tour across continental Europe, particularly Italy. Collectors purchased carved marble statues, busts, and classical replicas as educational souvenirs to display in private galleries and libraries.

These sculptures were hand-carved from solid blocks of natural marble, frequently sourced from Italian quarries such as Carrara. Craftsmen used chisels, rasps, and hand abrasives to achieve defined drapery, facial features, and smooth surface finishes.

Authentic period pieces show evidence of hand-tooling, subtle surface weathering, and natural vein variation within the stone. Look for integrated carved bases or stepped plinths, uneven micro-wear along raised contours, and aged surface oxidation.

Place the sculpture on a dark timber console table, mantelpiece, or dedicated pedestal to create visual contrast. Pairing stone figures with minimal background surfaces highlights the carved silhouette and tactile stone texture.

Dust regularly using a soft, dry microfibre cloth or soft-bristle brush. Avoid harsh chemical cleaners, acids, or abrasive sponges; if deeper cleaning is required, use distilled water with a small amount of neutral pH stone soap.
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