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MATCHiNG PAIR OF ANTIQUE ROMAN GRAND TOUR HERCULES GILT BRASS MARBLE BASE CUPS

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Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning original pair of Circa 1880 hand made in Italy Grand Tour bronze Hercules cups with black marble bases These are original examples not later reproductions, the gilding, impressions and general form is sublime, they are small cups, very decorative and designed to be conversation pieces in a gentleman's library after his travels In terms of the condition there is nothing to note other than good honest age and use related patina, to my hands and eyes it’s in excellent order throughout Dimensions Height:- 12.5m Width:- 9.5cm Depth:- 7cm Please note all measurements are taken at the widest point, if you would like any additional or specific measurements please ask Any questions please feel free to ask before you bid.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 4.93 in (12.5 cm)Width: 3.75 in (9.5 cm)Depth: 2.76 in (7 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Grand Tour (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1880
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2823339310712
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