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Pair Of Crater Vases, Grand Tour, 19th Century

$1,501.78per set
£1,099.76per set
€1,250per set
CA$2,044.30per set
A$2,291.40per set
CHF 1,193.06per set
MX$27,978.93per set
NOK 15,147.56per set
SEK 14,358.53per set
DKK 9,512.88per set
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Pair of spelter krater vases with green patina on a green marble base; the belly is decorated with a motif inspired by antiquity, here a flute player and 2 heads decorate the handles. The vases of the so-called "krater" shape are vases inspired by Greek antiquity; they were originally used for wine. These vases are also objects that can be described as belonging to the objects of the "Grand Tour": from the end of the 17th century, young men from good families left for this initiatory journey, initially in Italy and Greece, to discover the cultural and artistic origins that founded our civilization. From these trips, they brought back "souvenirs", objects inspired by ancient Greece or Italy. 19th century vases, patina of use and chips on the marble Height 31cm Width at the handles 20cm Diameter 13cm
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 12.21 in (31 cm)Width: 7.88 in (20 cm)Depth: 5.12 in (13 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Grand Tour (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    unknown
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    MARSEILLE, FR
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU6656242827562

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