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A Large Marble and Alabaster Figure by Cipriani
Youlls Antiques
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£1,650
Youlls Antiques

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A Large Marble and Alabaster Figure by Cipriani

19th century
For Sale by Youlls Antiques
Description

A large well modelled sculpture of a young courting couple holding hands. In marble and alabaster. Lovely colour and subject and all in excellent condition.

Physical Dimensions
Height
64cm (25.20")
Width
33cm (12.99")
Depth
26cm (10.24")
Declaration

Youlls Antiques has dated this Cipriani Carved Alabaster Statue to the 19th Century.

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SA988236
Description
A large well modelled sculpture of a young courting couple holding hands. In marble and alabaster. Lovely colour and subject and all in excellent condition.
Height
64cm (25.20")
Width
33cm (12.99")
Depth
26cm (10.24")
Date of Manufacture

Youlls Antiques has dated this Cipriani Carved Alabaster Statue to the 19th Century.

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SA988236
Youlls Antiques
Youlls Antiques
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Youlls antiques are a family business working in the trade for over three generations.

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A large carved cream alabaster and marble sculpture depicting a young man and woman in rural clothing standing on a naturalistic base.
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Archive I A large carved cream alabaster and marble sculpture depicting a young man and woman in rural clothing standing on a naturalistic base.

A large Marble and alabaster figure by Cipriani

Archive II A large carved cream alabaster and marble sculpture depicting a young man and woman in rural clothing standing on a naturalistic base. View II
Archive III A large carved cream alabaster and marble sculpture depicting a young man and woman in rural clothing standing on a naturalistic base. View III
Archive IV A large carved cream alabaster and marble sculpture depicting a young man and woman in rural clothing standing on a naturalistic base. View IV
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Youlls Antiques

Youlls Antiques
Telephone 01488 682 046
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27-28 Charnham St
Hungerford
Berkshire
RG17 OEJ
United Kingdom
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Youlls Antiques
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A large carved cream alabaster and marble sculpture depicting a young man and woman in rural clothing standing on a naturalistic base.
A large Marble and alabaster figure by Cipriani
Ref: SA988236
A large carved cream alabaster and marble sculpture depicting a young man and woman in rural clothing standing on a naturalistic base.
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Italian alabaster and marble sculptures from this era frequently depicted romanticised genre scenes, mythological subjects, or rural figures rendered with realistic detail. Florence and Volterra served as major centres for producing these carved decorative works for the international market.

Sculptors selected translucent alabaster for delicate features such as skin and flowing drapery, whilst using denser marble for rigid bases and structural supports. This combination provided both visual variation and long-term stability.

Authentic period carvings exhibit hand-chiseled tooling marks on less visible areas alongside smooth, hand-finished surfaces across primary features. Incised sculptor signatures on the base and natural mineral veining consistent with Tuscan stone deposits also assist identification.

Placing a substantial stone sculpture atop a dark wood sideboard or dedicated pedestal creates a distinct focal point against neutral walls. The pale tones of alabaster contrast well with contemporary dark furniture and structured architectural elements.

Alabaster is porous and soluble in water, meaning liquid cleaners must be strictly avoided. Light dusting with a soft, dry brush is recommended, along with keeping the object away from damp environments and direct heat sources.
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