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19th Century Grand Tour Intaglio After Thorvaldsen (1770-1884)
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19th Century Grand Tour Intaglio After Thorvaldsen (1770-1884)

19th century
Sold 29 July 2026 · Harrington Antiques
This “19th Century Grand Tour Intaglio After Thorvaldsen (1770-1884)” found a buyer.

It was listed by Harrington Antiques. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.

Description

A 19th century Grand Tour plaster intaglio depicting three flying angels after Bertel Thorvaldsen (1770-1884).

The intaglio remains in a very good condition throughout, with a hook in place ready for display.

Dimensions:-

Length: 5cm

Height: 4.25cm

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Date of Manufacture

Harrington Antiques has dated this Grand Tour Intaglio to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
4.2cm (1.65")
Width
5cm (1.97")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1165907
Dealers Internal Reference
7829c
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Description
A 19th century Grand Tour plaster intaglio depicting three flying angels after Bertel Thorvaldsen (1770-1884).

The intaglio remains in a very good condition throughout, with a hook in place ready for display.

Dimensions:-

Length: 5cm

Height: 4.25cm

DELIVERY

UK Mainland: FREE

International Delivery: Please contact us for a shipping quote.

Date of Manufacture

Harrington Antiques has dated this Grand Tour Intaglio to the 19th Century.

Height
4.2cm (1.65")
Width
5cm (1.97")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1165907
Dealers Internal Ref
7829c
Harrington Antiques
Harrington Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2021

Antiques & decorative interior pieces.

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An oval white plaster intaglio featuring a classical relief of three winged figures, fitted with a small metal hanging loop at the top. SOLD29 JUL 26
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Archive I An oval white plaster intaglio featuring a classical relief of three winged figures, fitted with a small metal hanging loop at the top. SOLD29 JUL 26

19th Century Grand Tour Intaglio After Thorvaldsen (1770-1884)

Archive II An oval white plaster intaglio featuring a classical relief of three winged figures, fitted with a small metal hanging loop at the top. View II
Archive III An oval white plaster intaglio featuring a classical relief of three winged figures, fitted with a small metal hanging loop at the top. View III
Archive IV An oval white plaster intaglio featuring a classical relief of three winged figures, fitted with a small metal hanging loop at the top. View IV
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Items Sold 868
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An oval white plaster intaglio featuring a classical relief of three winged figures, fitted with a small metal hanging loop at the top.
19th Century Grand Tour Intaglio After Thorvaldsen (1770-1884)
Ref: SA1165907
An oval white plaster intaglio featuring a classical relief of three winged figures, fitted with a small metal hanging loop at the top.
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  • ObjectDecorative Plaques
  • Period19th century
  • StyleNeoclassical
  • MaterialPlaster
  • ColourWhite
  • MotifsClassical figures, Winged putti, Oval border, Hanging loop
  • SizeH 4.2 cm (2 in) x W 5 cm (2 in)

Grand Tour intaglios and plaster casts were collected by affluent travellers in the 18th and 19th centuries as portable souvenirs of classical antiquities and master sculptures seen during their travels across Europe.

They were typically cast using plaster of Paris, sulphur, or specialised white paste, often housed within miniature books, leather folios, or fitted trays to mimic gemstone collections.

Authentic pieces exhibit natural ageing, such as minor surface patination, handling wear, and fine porous textures consistent with historic plaster formulations rather than modern synthetic resin casting.

They can be mounted in shallow shadow boxes, displayed on miniature easels on a mantelpiece, or grouped in a gallery wall arrangement alongside other classical artefacts.

Plaster is extremely porous and water-sensitive; cleaning should be limited to very gentle dry dusting with a soft artists brush, avoiding any moisture or chemical cleaning agents.
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