Architectural Model In White Marble 'souvenir Of The Grand Tour' - Italy - Late 19th Century

An elegant architectural model in finely sculpted white marble, depicting a classical building adorned with figurative bas-reliefs. Each face is decorated with high-relief scenes inspired by antiquity, showcasing the sculptor's virtuosity and the refinement of the marble work. The structure features columns, pediments, and finely molded cornices, typical of the Neoclassical aesthetic. This type of piece, created in the 19th century, reflects the tradition of the Grand Tour, an initiatory journey undertaken by young European aristocrats to discover Antiquity and classical art. These objects were often brought back as souvenirs from their stays in Italy. A superb testament to the Neoclassical taste and the craftsmanship of Italian workshops of the period.