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Grand Tour Roman Bath in Marmo Rosso Marble
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Grand Tour Roman Bath in Marmo Rosso Marble

19th century
For Sale by Cella
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Rare and interesting, late 19th century Italian Grand Tour marmo rosso marble reduction of a classical vasca or bath after the antique Roman original from the Baths of Caracalla and now a fountain in the Piazza Farnese in Rome. Beautifully carved with a larger than usual central lion fountain head mask, ring side handles and lion paw feet. Unusualy the mask and rings are only carved on the front face. Mounted on a black marble base. Rome, circa 1890.

Physical Dimensions
Height
8.8cm (3.46")
Width
19cm (7.48")
Depth
8.2cm (3.23")
Declaration

Cella has dated this Grand Tour Marble Labrum to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1236674
Dealers Internal Reference
CA1148
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.

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Rare and interesting, late 19th century Italian Grand Tour marmo rosso marble reduction of a classical vasca or bath after the antique Roman original from the Baths of Caracalla and now a fountain in the Piazza Farnese in Rome.
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Beautifully carved with a larger than usual central lion fountain head mask, ring side handles and lion paw feet.
Cella

Unusualy the mask and rings are only carved on the front face. Mounted on a black marble base. Rome, circa 1890.

Height
8.8cm (3.46")
Width
19cm (7.48")
Depth
8.2cm (3.23")
Date of Manufacture

Cella has dated this Grand Tour Marble Labrum to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1236674
Dealers Internal Ref
CA1148
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 Grand Tour red marble miniature Roman bath model featuring carved lion head, side rings, and paw feet mounted on a black marble base.
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Archive I A Grand Tour red marble miniature Roman bath model featuring carved lion head, side rings, and paw feet mounted on a black marble base.

Grand Tour Roman Bath in Marmo Rosso Marble

Archive II A Grand Tour red marble miniature Roman bath model featuring carved lion head, side rings, and paw feet mounted on a black marble base. View II
Archive III A Grand Tour red marble miniature Roman bath model featuring carved lion head, side rings, and paw feet mounted on a black marble base. View III
Archive IV A Grand Tour red marble miniature Roman bath model featuring carved lion head, side rings, and paw feet mounted on a black marble base. View IV
Archive V A Grand Tour red marble miniature Roman bath model featuring carved lion head, side rings, and paw feet mounted on a black marble base. View V
Archive VI A Grand Tour red marble miniature Roman bath model featuring carved lion head, side rings, and paw feet mounted on a black marble base. View VI
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A Grand Tour red marble miniature Roman bath model featuring carved lion head, side rings, and paw feet mounted on a black marble base.
Grand Tour Roman bath in Marmo Rosso marble
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A Grand Tour red marble miniature Roman bath model featuring carved lion head, side rings, and paw feet mounted on a black marble base.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDecorative Objects
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGrand Tour
  • MaterialMarmo Rosso Marble, Black Marble
  • ColourDeep Red
  • MotifsLion head relief, Ring handles, Paw feet, Plinth base
  • SizeH 8.8 cm (3 in) x W 19 cm (7 in) x D 8.2 cm (3 in)

FAQs

During the 18th and 19th centuries, European travellers on the Grand Tour collected small-scale classical models, such as miniature Roman baths or labra, as educational souvenirs referencing famous ancient antiquities found in Rome.

These objects were hand-carved from prized Italian stone varieties such as Marmo Rosso Antico, Nero Belgio, or Porphyry, frequently featuring relief details like lion masks, side rings, and paw feet set on a marble plinth.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-carving marks, natural mineral veining, subtle hand-carved details, and historical patination or wear consistent with age, distinct from modern cast resin reproductions.

A carved marble labrum serves as a classical accent when positioned on a mantelpiece, bookshelf, or console table, pairing well with leather-bound books, architectural drawings, and neutral interior schemes.

Dust regularly with a dry, soft cloth and avoid acidic or chemical liquid cleaners, as marble is a porous natural material susceptible to surface etching.
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