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Pair of Antique Display Urns, Italian, Bronze, Ewer, Grand Tour Decor, Victorian
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Pair of Antique Display Urns, Italian, Bronze, Ewer, Grand Tour Decor, Victorian

19th century
Description

This is a pair of antique display urns. An Italian, bronze decorative ewer in Grand Tour taste, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1860. A captivating duo offering the romance and artistry of the golden age of continental travel.

Substantial bronze form with lightly patinated amber-toned hues

Richly adorned with profuse relief cast figural decoration, showcasing fine Italian craftsmanship

Striking serpentine handles, each embellished with a mourning female figure in sculptural form

Flared rims host a small internal platform — ideal for tea lights or candles

Raised upon circular footers with ribbed sash detailing for added elegance

Dressed with protective leather covering to the base

Good weight in the hand at 5.685kg (12.53 lb)

Beautiful as mantel garniture, console decoration, or tabletop centrepieces

A refined pair of Victorian Italian Grand Tour ewers, offering exceptional ornamental presence for the distinguished interior. Delivered ready to display.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 16.5cm (6.5'')

Max Depth: 25cm (9.75'')

Max Height: 40cm (15.75'')

Physical Dimensions
Height
40cm (15.75")
Width
16.5cm (6.50")
Depth
25cm (9.84")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated these Antique Italian Bronze Ewers to the Victorian era.

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SA1180410
Dealers Internal Reference
25695
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This is a pair of antique display urns. An Italian, bronze decorative ewer in Grand Tour taste, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1860. A captivating duo offering the romance and artistry of the golden age of continental travel.
fig 1. A pair of antique cast bronze decorative ewers featuring high looped handles, fluted pedestal bases, and relief carvings of classical figures.
fig 1. Pair of Antique Display Urns, Italian, Bronze, Ewer, Grand Tour Decor, Victorian

Substantial bronze form with lightly patinated amber-toned hues

Richly adorned with profuse relief cast figural decoration, showcasing fine Italian craftsmanship

Striking serpentine handles, each embellished with a mourning female figure in sculptural form

fig 2. A pair of antique cast bronze decorative ewers featuring high looped handles, fluted pedestal bases, and relief carvings of classical figures.
fig 2. Pair of Antique Display Urns, Italian, Bronze, Ewer, Grand Tour Decor, Victorian

Flared rims host a small internal platform — ideal for tea lights or candles

Raised upon circular footers with ribbed sash detailing for added elegance

Dressed with protective leather covering to the base

fig 3. A pair of antique cast bronze decorative ewers featuring high looped handles, fluted pedestal bases, and relief carvings of classical figures.
fig 3. Pair of Antique Display Urns, Italian, Bronze, Ewer, Grand Tour Decor, Victorian

Good weight in the hand at 5.685kg (12.53 lb)

Beautiful as mantel garniture, console decoration, or tabletop centrepieces

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A refined pair of Victorian Italian Grand Tour ewers, offering exceptional ornamental presence for the distinguished interior.
London Fine Antiques

Delivered ready to display.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 16.5cm (6.5'')

Max Depth: 25cm (9.75'')

Max Height: 40cm (15.75'')

Height
40cm (15.75")
Width
16.5cm (6.50")
Depth
25cm (9.84")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated these Antique Italian Bronze Ewers to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1180410
Dealers Internal Ref
25695
London Fine Antiques
London Fine Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2010

Fine antiques curated in england and sold worldwide

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A pair of antique cast bronze decorative ewers featuring high looped handles, fluted pedestal bases, and relief carvings of classical figures.
Pair of Antique Display Urns, Italian, Bronze, Ewer, Grand Tour Decor, Victorian
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Grand Tour bronze ewers are decorative metal vessels created predominantly during the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries as souvenirs for travellers visiting Italy and classical European sites. They feature ornamental designs inspired by classical Roman, Greek, and Renaissance metalwork.

These vessels were typically produced using the lost-wax or sand-casting methods before being hand-chased to refine surface details such as relief figures and foliage. A chemical patination was subsequently applied to achieve dark brown, green, or bronzed surface tones.

Authentic pieces generally display crisp casting detail with evidence of hand chasing, appropriate age-related oxidisation in deeper recesses, and substantial weight consistent with solid cast bronze. They often feature classical iconography, such as cherubs, mythological scenes, and acanthus leaves.

Displaying a symmetrical pair on a mantelpiece, console table, or within a library bookcase provides structure and historical depth. They contrast well against neutral backboards, painted joinery, or modern marble surfaces.

Dust surfaces regularly with a soft, dry lint-free cloth or gentle brush to prevent grime accumulation. Avoid water, liquid polishes, and abrasive cleaners, as these can strip the original chemical patina; a light application of microcrystalline wax can be used occasionally to protect the surface.
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