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C. 1840, Giallo Antico, Grand Tour Model, Temple of Castor & Pollux (Italian)
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C. 1840, Giallo Antico, Grand Tour Model, Temple of Castor & Pollux (Italian)

19th century
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C. 1840, Giallo Antico, Grand Tour Model, Temple of Castor & Pollux (Italian).

This architectural Grand Tour model was crafted from Giallo Antico (yellow marble) and depicts the iconic three standing Corinthian columns and fragmented entablature of the Temple of Castor and Pollux in the Roman Forum.

This model is one of the most celebrated ancient monuments in the Roman Forum: the Temple of Castor and Pollux. By the eighteenth century, these ruins had become essential sights for travellers undertaking the Grand Tour, admired as evocative remnants of Rome's Imperial past. The three surviving Corinthian columns of the temple formed a dramatic landmark that attracted artists, antiquarians, and collectors alike.

The Temple of Castor and Pollux, originally dedicated in 484 BCE, commemorated the legendary twin sons of Jupiter and played an important role in Roman political and civic life. Images of these ruins were widely circulated through paintings, prints, and souvenirs purchased by Grand Tour travellers. Such representations combined archaeological interest with picturesque appeal, reflecting contemporary fascination with the classical world and the enduring legacy of ancient Rome.

CONDITION:

Excellent. No cracks or breaks.

DIMENSIONS:

42.2cm High

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42.2cm (16.61")
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White Space Antiques has dated this Grand Tour Architectural Model to the 1850s.

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C. 1840, Giallo Antico, Grand Tour Model, Temple of Castor & Pollux (Italian).

This architectural Grand Tour model was crafted from Giallo Antico (yellow marble) and depicts the iconic three standing Corinthian columns and fragmented entablature of the Temple of Castor and Pollux in the Roman Forum.

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This model is one of the most celebrated ancient monuments in the Roman Forum: the Temple of Castor and Pollux.
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By the eighteenth century, these ruins had become essential sights for travellers undertaking the Grand Tour, admired as evocative remnants of Rome's Imperial past. The three surviving Corinthian columns of the temple formed a dramatic landmark that attracted artists, antiquarians, and collectors alike.

fig 1. A yellow Giallo Antico marble model depicting three fluted Corinthian columns and entablature from the Temple of Castor and Pollux set on a black marble base.
fig 1. C. 1840, Giallo Antico, Grand Tour Model, Temple of Castor & Pollux (Italian)

The Temple of Castor and Pollux, originally dedicated in 484 BCE, commemorated the legendary twin sons of Jupiter and played an important role in Roman political and civic life. Images of these ruins were widely circulated through paintings, prints, and souvenirs purchased by Grand Tour travellers. Such representations combined archaeological interest with picturesque appeal, reflecting contemporary fascination with the classical world and the enduring legacy of ancient Rome.

CONDITION:

Excellent. No cracks or breaks.

DIMENSIONS:

42.2cm High

Height
42.2cm (16.61")
Date of Manufacture

White Space Antiques has dated this Grand Tour Architectural Model to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1239242
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Archive I A yellow Giallo Antico marble model depicting three fluted Corinthian columns and entablature from the Temple of Castor and Pollux set on a black marble base.

C. 1840, Giallo Antico, Grand Tour Model, Temple of Castor & Pollux (Italian)

Archive II A yellow Giallo Antico marble model depicting three fluted Corinthian columns and entablature from the Temple of Castor and Pollux set on a black marble base. View II
Archive III A yellow Giallo Antico marble model depicting three fluted Corinthian columns and entablature from the Temple of Castor and Pollux set on a black marble base. View III
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A yellow Giallo Antico marble model depicting three fluted Corinthian columns and entablature from the Temple of Castor and Pollux set on a black marble base.
C. 1840, Giallo Antico, Grand Tour Model, Temple of Castor & Pollux (Italian)
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A yellow Giallo Antico marble model depicting three fluted Corinthian columns and entablature from the Temple of Castor and Pollux set on a black marble base.
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  • ObjectArchitectural Models
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGrand Tour / Neoclassical
  • MaterialGiallo Antico Marble, Black Marble
  • ColourYellow, Black
  • MotifsCorinthian capitals, fluted columns, frieze entablature, rusticated plinth
  • SizeH 42.2 cm (17 in)

This architectural model depicts the three standing Corinthian columns and fragmented entablature of the Temple of Castor and Pollux in the Roman Forum, rendered in the Neoclassical style from the period around 1850. The piece is formed from yellow Giallo Antico marble set upon a flat rectangular black marble base. Visible details include fluted column shafts, intricately carved Corinthian capitals, a tiered frieze entablature, and a rusticated block plinth. The object stands 42.2 cm high. In a contemporary interior, this decorative sculpture suits placement on a mantelpiece or bookshelf within a gentleman's library or study. The compact proportions allow positioning among books or collection displays to introduce classical architectural form to a room.

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Grand Tour architectural models are miniature, scaled replicas of classical ancient Greek and Roman ruins, produced primarily in Italy during the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries. They were acquired by wealthy travellers as educational keepsakes and symbols of refined cultural taste.

Craftsmen predominantly utilised prized coloured marbles such as Giallo Antico, Rosso Antico, and Nero Belgio, alongside alabaster, bronze, and terracotta. These materials were chosen for their historical associations with classical antiquity and structural durability.

Authentic nineteenth-century pieces display hand-carved detailing on capitals and entablatures, authentic hand-cut stone joints, and natural age-related patination or minor surface wear. Additionally, they often feature classical proportions copied directly from famous Roman archaeological sites.

These decorative objects function well as focal points on mantels, bookshelves, or console tables within traditional, Neoclassical, or eclectic contemporary settings. Placing them alongside books or botanical displays accentuates their sculptural geometry and historic aesthetic.

Dust regularly with a soft, dry microfibre cloth or a natural feather duster. Avoid harsh chemical cleaners, acids, or excessive moisture, which can erode the polished surface or loosen antique stone glues.
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