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Pair of C19th Italian ‘Grand Tour’ Souvenir Highly-figured Carved ‘Alabastro Egiziano’ Smaller-scale Tazze , After the Antique, on Black Marble Block Bases.
M Lees and Sons
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£3,300
M Lees and Sons

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Pair of C19th Italian ‘Grand Tour’ Souvenir Highly-figured Carved ‘Alabastro Egiziano’ Smaller-scale Tazze , After the Antique, on Black Marble Block Bases.

19th century
For Sale by M Lees and Sons
Description

Pair of C19th Italian ‘Grand Tour’ souvenir highly-figured carved ‘alabastro egiziano’ smaller-scale tazze , after the antique, on black marble block bases .

Elegant pair of Italian carved shallow-bowled tazzas in prized Egyptian alabaster (Lapis Onyx). Each with gadrooned or fluted bodies fitted with twin carved loop handles , the moulded edge bowls with carved roundels or paterae to the centres. Raised on turned socles with a circular spreading foot, onto original black marble block plinth bases.

The strikingly-figured rare stone having a translucent quality and ‘caramel’ or honey colour and hue .

Each having historic repairs , though stable and intrinsically uncompromised .

These types of quality ‘objets d’art’ were produced in Italy, principally Rome , for sale to wealthy tourists completing the ‘Grand Tour’ of the ancient cultural sites and sights of Europe during the C18th and C19th centuries.

* ‘Alabastro Egiziano’ ( Egyptian alabaster , or yellow onyx) is quarried in Egypt is a natural yellow to honey-coloured stone . It features a crystalline structure with soft bands and high translucency which allows light to pass through it , giving a glowing effect.

The ancient Romans crafted objects and vases from this spectacular and valued stone , as an example a similarly figured alabastro egiziano 1st century BCE cinerary urn is housed at Palazzo Massimo , Rome , Italy . (See photo)

This type of classically designed tazza takes its design inspiration from an ancient Roman carved marble Labrum , the shallow basin used to hold cold water in a Roman bath complex in the Caldarium or hot room , and they were also placed in the atrium of a dwelling to collect rainwater.

H 4.5”

W 7”

D 6”

Italy c.1840

Physical Dimensions
Height
11cm (4.33")
Width
18cm (7.09")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
Declaration

M Lees and Sons has dated this Grand Tour Alabaster Tazze to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1231461
Dealers Internal Reference
ML 268
Dealers Notes

Established in the Cathedral City of Worcester for over 40 years ,M.Lees&Sons , run by Michael Lees ,have been dealing with public and trade from show-rooms in an early Georgian town-house. We aim to provide a straight-forward approach to our business and build lasting relationships with our customers. As members of the 'London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association' , we provide full descriptive details , date ,authenticity and any available provenance ,with full disclosure of any restoration or repair which may have taken place .

Whether buying for pleasure , decoration or investment, we welcome you to our web-site or premises .

Past projects have included advising clients on forming and disposing of collections , furnishing period properties , hotel and commercial projects , also a shoot-room and lodge .

All goods are available to view and owned by M.Lees & Sons .

If visiting, a telephone call prior is advisable as due to the demands of the business the show-room does not have regular hours . Please feel free to contact us if we can be of assistance . Our inventory on the website Selling Antiques .co.uk showcases our range of stock, whilst more items are available to view on our website. Please visit us on:

www.leesantiquesworcester.com.

Tel. 01905 26620 / 07860826218

Located in the centre of Worcester in the shadow of the Cathedral with easy parking nearby. Exit Junction 7 M5 and follow the signs for Worcester Porcelain Museum . Our premises are located 100 metres from the Museum and 50 metres from Pay&Display car-park in nearby King St.

Description
Pair of C19th Italian ‘Grand Tour’ souvenir highly-figured carved ‘alabastro egiziano’ smaller-scale tazze , after the antique, on black marble block bases .

Elegant pair of Italian carved shallow-bowled tazzas in prized Egyptian alabaster (Lapis Onyx).

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Each with gadrooned or fluted bodies fitted with twin carved loop handles , the moulded edge bowls with carved roundels or paterae to the centres.
M Lees and Sons

Raised on turned socles with a circular spreading foot, onto original black marble block plinth bases.

fig 1. A pair of 19th-century carved amber alabaster tazze with gadrooned rims and twin loop handles set on square black marble plinths.
fig 1. Pair of C19th Italian ‘Grand Tour’ Souvenir Highly-figured Carved ‘Alabastro Egiziano’ Smaller-scale Tazze , After the Antique, on Black Marble Block Bases.

The strikingly-figured rare stone having a translucent quality and ‘caramel’ or honey colour and hue .

Each having historic repairs , though stable and intrinsically uncompromised .

These types of quality ‘objets d’art’ were produced in Italy, principally Rome , for sale to wealthy tourists completing the ‘Grand Tour’ of the ancient cultural sites and sights of Europe during the C18th and C19th centuries.

fig 2. A pair of 19th-century carved amber alabaster tazze with gadrooned rims and twin loop handles set on square black marble plinths.
fig 2. Pair of C19th Italian ‘Grand Tour’ Souvenir Highly-figured Carved ‘Alabastro Egiziano’ Smaller-scale Tazze , After the Antique, on Black Marble Block Bases.

‘Alabastro Egiziano’ ( Egyptian alabaster , or yellow onyx) is quarried in Egypt is a natural yellow to honey-coloured stone . It features a crystalline structure with soft bands and high translucency which allows light to pass through it , giving a glowing effect.

fig 3. A pair of 19th-century carved amber alabaster tazze with gadrooned rims and twin loop handles set on square black marble plinths.
fig 3. Pair of C19th Italian ‘Grand Tour’ Souvenir Highly-figured Carved ‘Alabastro Egiziano’ Smaller-scale Tazze , After the Antique, on Black Marble Block Bases.

The ancient Romans crafted objects and vases from this spectacular and valued stone , as an example a similarly figured alabastro egiziano 1st century BCE cinerary urn is housed at Palazzo Massimo , Rome , Italy . (See photo)

fig 4. A pair of 19th-century carved amber alabaster tazze with gadrooned rims and twin loop handles set on square black marble plinths.
fig 4. Pair of C19th Italian ‘Grand Tour’ Souvenir Highly-figured Carved ‘Alabastro Egiziano’ Smaller-scale Tazze , After the Antique, on Black Marble Block Bases.

This type of classically designed tazza takes its design inspiration from an ancient Roman carved marble Labrum , the shallow basin used to hold cold water in a Roman bath complex in the Caldarium or hot room , and they were also placed in the atrium of a dwelling to collect rainwater.

H 4.5”

W 7”

D 6”

Italy c.1840

Height
11cm (4.33")
Width
18cm (7.09")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
Date of Manufacture

M Lees and Sons has dated this Grand Tour Alabaster Tazze to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1231461
Dealers Internal Ref
ML 268
M Lees and Sons
M Lees and Sons
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2013

M.lees & sons , 'tower house' , severn st., worcester wr12nb tel . 07860826218

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the M Lees and Sons Profile Page

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M Lees and Sons is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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Archive I A pair of 19th-century carved amber alabaster tazze with gadrooned rims and twin loop handles set on square black marble plinths.

Pair of C19th Italian ‘Grand Tour’ Souvenir Highly-figured Carved ‘Alabastro Egiziano’ Smaller-scale Tazze , After the Antique, on Black Marble Block Bases.

Archive II A pair of 19th-century carved amber alabaster tazze with gadrooned rims and twin loop handles set on square black marble plinths. View II
Archive III A pair of 19th-century carved amber alabaster tazze with gadrooned rims and twin loop handles set on square black marble plinths. View III
Archive IV A pair of 19th-century carved amber alabaster tazze with gadrooned rims and twin loop handles set on square black marble plinths. View IV
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M Lees and Sons

M Lees and Sons
Telephone 07860 826218 or 01905 26620
Location
Tower House
1 Castle Place
Severn St
Worcester
WR1 2NB
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/mleesandsons
Verified Since Feb 2013
Items For Sale 350
Items Sold 1,590
M Lees and Sons
M Lees and Sons
Verified Since Feb 2013
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Location: Tower House, 1 Castle Place, Severn St, Worcester, WR1 2NB, United Kingdom
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A pair of 19th-century carved amber alabaster tazze with gadrooned rims and twin loop handles set on square black marble plinths.
Pair of C19th Italian ‘Grand Tour’ souvenir highly-figured carved ‘alabastro egiziano’ smaller-scale tazze , after the antique, on black marble block bases.
Ref: SA1231461
A pair of 19th-century carved amber alabaster tazze with gadrooned rims and twin loop handles set on square black marble plinths.
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A tazza is a shallow, saucer-like dish supported by a stem and foot, frequently carved from marble or alabaster during the 18th and 19th centuries as souvenir keepsakes for travellers undertaking the European Grand Tour.

These decorative objects were traditionally hand-carved from figured minerals such as Egyptian alabaster, marble, or porphyry, and were often mounted on square black marble or Belgian stone plinths to accentuate the translucency of the bowl.

Authentic period pieces display natural variations in stone veining, hand-carved decorative elements like gadrooning or beaded rims, turned stems, and historical patination or minor plaster joints where the sections connect.

Positioning a symmetrical pair atop a mantelpiece, sideboard, or console table introduces classical structure, natural material textures, and warm tones to modern living spaces.

Dust regularly with a soft, dry microfibre cloth and keep away from liquid moisture or chemical cleansers, as natural alabaster is a soft, porous stone prone to surface marking.
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