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Grand Tour Sarcophagus Casket in Siena Marble
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Grand Tour Sarcophagus Casket in Siena Marble

19th century
For Sale by Cella
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Very rare, 19th century Grand Tour Siena marble model of a lidded sarcophagus casket in the manner of Roman originals (see the 4th Century sarcophagus in the British Museum number 1853,0620.1 and the Octagonal Gallery in the Vatican Museums). Fine quality, delicately carved strigil design to all sides with a central roundel clipeus relief of the head of Medusa to the front and back. Each corner has an upright panel of delicately carved stylised anthemion motifs. Small ball feet with foliate decoration. Low rectangular pyramidical lid with classsical motifed edge. A fine quality beautiful item in the manner of Benedetto Boschetti. Italy, probably Rome, circa 1850.

Physical Dimensions
Height
6.5cm (2.56")
Width
15cm (5.91")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Declaration

Cella has dated this Siena Marble Sarcophagus Casket to the 1850s.

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SA1222862
Dealers Internal Reference
CA732
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.

Description
Very rare, 19th century Grand Tour Siena marble model of a lidded sarcophagus casket in the manner of Roman originals (see the 4th Century sarcophagus in the British Museum number 1853,0620.1 and the Octagonal Gallery in the Vatican Museums).
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Fine quality, delicately carved strigil design to all sides with a central roundel clipeus relief of the head of Medusa to the front and back.
Cella

Each corner has an upright panel of delicately carved stylised anthemion motifs. Small ball feet with foliate decoration. Low rectangular pyramidical lid with classsical motifed edge. A fine quality beautiful item in the manner of Benedetto Boschetti. Italy, probably Rome, circa 1850.

Height
6.5cm (2.56")
Width
15cm (5.91")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Date of Manufacture

Cella has dated this Siena Marble Sarcophagus Casket to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1222862
Dealers Internal Ref
CA732
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 carved ochre Siena marble sarcophagus casket featuring a central Medusa head medallion, strigilated fluting, and carved ball feet.
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Archive I A carved ochre Siena marble sarcophagus casket featuring a central Medusa head medallion, strigilated fluting, and carved ball feet.

Grand Tour Sarcophagus Casket in Siena Marble

Archive II A carved ochre Siena marble sarcophagus casket featuring a central Medusa head medallion, strigilated fluting, and carved ball feet. View II
Archive III A carved ochre Siena marble sarcophagus casket featuring a central Medusa head medallion, strigilated fluting, and carved ball feet. View III
Archive IV A carved ochre Siena marble sarcophagus casket featuring a central Medusa head medallion, strigilated fluting, and carved ball feet. View IV
Archive V A carved ochre Siena marble sarcophagus casket featuring a central Medusa head medallion, strigilated fluting, and carved ball feet. View V
Archive VI A carved ochre Siena marble sarcophagus casket featuring a central Medusa head medallion, strigilated fluting, and carved ball feet. View VI
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A carved ochre Siena marble sarcophagus casket featuring a central Medusa head medallion, strigilated fluting, and carved ball feet.
Grand Tour sarcophagus casket in Siena marble
Ref: SA1222862
A carved ochre Siena marble sarcophagus casket featuring a central Medusa head medallion, strigilated fluting, and carved ball feet.
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  • ObjectDecorative Boxes
  • Period19th century
  • StyleNeoclassical
  • MaterialSiena Marble
  • ColourOchre Yellow
  • MotifsMedusa head medallion, Strigilated fluting, Palmette carved corners, Carved ball feet
  • SizeH 6.5 cm (3 in) x W 15 cm (6 in) x D 7 cm (3 in)

This Neoclassical lidded sarcophagus casket dates from 1950 and originates from Italy, taking inspiration from Roman antiquities. Formed from ochre yellow Siena marble, the small decorative box has a rectangular pyramidal lid and rests upon four carved ball feet decorated with foliate patterns. The exterior exhibits fine relief carving, including a central roundel depicting the head of Medusa, vertical strigilated fluting across the body, and upright panels of stylised anthemion motifs at each corner. Measuring 6.5 cm high by 15 cm wide and 7 cm deep, the piece functions as a decorative accessory suited for display on a mantelpiece within a gentleman's library or study. The visible surface shows minor structural cracks along the lower front edge, which bear witness to the age of the stone.

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A Grand Tour marble sarcophagus casket is a small decorative stone container crafted in Italy during the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries. These items were purchased by wealthy European aristocrats as souvenirs while travelling to study classical antiquity.

These caskets were primarily carved from various indigenous Italian marbles, such as Giallo di Siena (Siena marble), Rosso Antico, or Nero Marquina. The sections were hand-chiselled, fitted, and polished using lapidary techniques.

Authentic pieces feature natural stone veining, hand-carved classical details such as Medusa heads or strigilated fluting, and slight hand-tool irregularities. They typically display natural surface patina and subtle wear around edges and feet.

Place the marble casket as a singular accent piece on a mantelpiece, an office desk, or atop a stack of art books on a sideboard. The warm stone tones contrast effectively against both dark wood panelling and contemporary neutral backgrounds.

Dust regularly with a dry, soft microfibre cloth to prevent dirt buildup in carved recesses. Avoid acidic chemical cleaners, water immersion, or harsh polishes, applying only a light coat of clear microcrystalline wax if conservation buffing is required.
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