London Fine Antiques has dated this piece to the 1870s.
A superior pair of elegant grand tour vases
Displaying a desirable aged patina and in good order
Attractive black marble urn forms with contrasting golden bronze detail
Craftsmanship and presentation of showcase quality - ideal for an institution or collector
Accentuated with strikingly slender handles, adorned with minute finials
Sealed nozzle within the flared rim hosts a diameter of 4cm (1.5'') - ideal for candles
Decorative engravings to the globular body, depicting Pudicitia - the Roman goddess of modesty
To the handle side, flourishes of interwoven scrolling vines add further engraved interest
As it tapers, a Greek key border continues the neoclassical fascination of Italian decorative arts
Bronzed circular stem stands upon a tapering marble socle, held securely beneath
Delightfully heavy at a weight of 6.57kg (14.48 lb)
Wonderfully heavy and tactile. Delivered polished and ready to showcase.
Dimensions:
Max Width: 16cm (6.25'')
Max Depth: 16cm (6.25'')
Max Height: 38.5cm (15.25'')
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Our Ref: 18.7982
London Fine Antiques has dated this piece to the 1870s.
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Pair of Antique Display Vases, Italian, Marble, Decorative Urn, Grand Tour, 1870
