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Pair, Antique Grand Tour Urns, Italian, Decorative Vase, Roman Taste, Victorian
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Pair, Antique Grand Tour Urns, Italian, Decorative Vase, Roman Taste, Victorian

19th century
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This is a pair of antique Grand Tour urns. An Italian, bronzed decorative vase with Ancient Roman taste, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1850.

Striking urns with evocative historical taste from the Grand Tour era

Displaying a desirable aged patina throughout

Bronzed forms with wonderful copper and verdigris hues

Wide flared rim surrounds naturally aged vase interiors

Skilfully decorated with relief figures from Roman mythology

Shield held aloft bearing the Capitoline Wolf, the enduring symbol of Rome

Rolled handles sit prominently to each side and accentuated with beaded detail

Circular base with leaf detail mounted upon a quality marble plinth - dressed with protective leather

This is an attractive pair of antique Grand Tour urns, graced with the historical mythology of Ancient Rome. Superb decorative appeal for the mantlepiece or display case. Delivered polished and ready to showcase.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 14.5cm (5.75'')

Max Depth: 13.5cm (5.25'')

Max Height: 28cm (11'')

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Our Ref: 18.8372

Physical Dimensions
Height
28cm (11.02")
Width
14.5cm (5.71")
Depth
13.5cm (5.31")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated these Grand Tour Bronze Urns to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
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SA894788
Dealers Internal Reference
18.8372
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Description
This is a pair of antique Grand Tour urns.
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An Italian, bronzed decorative vase with Ancient Roman taste, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1850.
London Fine Antiques

Striking urns with evocative historical taste from the Grand Tour era

fig 1. A pair of patinated bronze urns featuring low-relief classical figures set upon dark circular marble bases.
fig 1. Pair, Antique Grand Tour Urns, Italian, Decorative Vase, Roman Taste, Victorian

Displaying a desirable aged patina throughout

Bronzed forms with wonderful copper and verdigris hues

Wide flared rim surrounds naturally aged vase interiors

Skilfully decorated with relief figures from Roman mythology

fig 2. A pair of patinated bronze urns featuring low-relief classical figures set upon dark circular marble bases.
fig 2. Pair, Antique Grand Tour Urns, Italian, Decorative Vase, Roman Taste, Victorian

Shield held aloft bearing the Capitoline Wolf, the enduring symbol of Rome

Rolled handles sit prominently to each side and accentuated with beaded detail

Circular base with leaf detail mounted upon a quality marble plinth - dressed with protective leather

fig 3. A pair of patinated bronze urns featuring low-relief classical figures set upon dark circular marble bases.
fig 3. Pair, Antique Grand Tour Urns, Italian, Decorative Vase, Roman Taste, Victorian

This is an attractive pair of antique Grand Tour urns, graced with the historical mythology of Ancient Rome. Superb decorative appeal for the mantlepiece or display case. Delivered polished and ready to showcase.

fig 4. A pair of patinated bronze urns featuring low-relief classical figures set upon dark circular marble bases.
fig 4. Pair, Antique Grand Tour Urns, Italian, Decorative Vase, Roman Taste, Victorian

Dimensions:

Max Width: 14.5cm (5.75'')

Max Depth: 13.5cm (5.25'')

Max Height: 28cm (11'')

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques.

We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.

fig 5. A pair of patinated bronze urns featuring low-relief classical figures set upon dark circular marble bases.
fig 5. Pair, Antique Grand Tour Urns, Italian, Decorative Vase, Roman Taste, Victorian

Free delivery to most of the U.K. – Please send us your post code for confirmation.

Deliveries taking on average ten working days to arrive at your door from receipt of payment.

Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help.

Our Ref: 18.8372

Height
28cm (11.02")
Width
14.5cm (5.71")
Depth
13.5cm (5.31")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated these Grand Tour Bronze Urns to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA894788
Dealers Internal Ref
18.8372
London Fine Antiques
London Fine Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2010

Fine antiques curated in england and sold worldwide

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A pair of patinated bronze urns featuring low-relief classical figures set upon dark circular marble bases.
Pair, Antique Grand Tour Urns, Italian, Decorative Vase, Roman Taste, Victorian
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Grand Tour urns are decorative metalwork or stone vessels collected by European aristocrats during 18th and 19th-century educational travels across Italy and Greece. These objects were crafted in the classical style, frequently depicting mythological scenes, Roman motifs, and antique vessel silhouettes.

Grand Tour urns were primarily constructed from cast bronze, patinated copper, brass, and various regional marbles such as Nero Marquina, Rouge Griotte, or Siena marble. The bases were usually weighted with solid stone to secure the cast metal bodies.

Authentic pieces display detailed hand-finishing, crisp relief castings, and natural wear patterns on the metal patina and marble edges. Look for crisp detail in the low-relief figures, traditional threaded iron rod joinery beneath the pedestal, and evidence of historical hand-tooling.

These decorative urns can be placed symmetrically on a fireplace mantelpiece, styled atop a sideboard, or used as bookends on open shelving within a library or study setting. Their dark patinated finish pairs effectively with minimalist, traditional, or eclectic backdrops.

Dust metal surfaces regularly with a soft dry cloth or natural bristle brush. Avoid water, abrasive polishes, or chemical cleaners that strip the original patination; application of a light coat of microcrystalline wax once a year helps protect the bronze surface.
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