Italian Grand Tour Black-glazed Terracotta Urn With Dolphin Handles, 19th Century
Two‑handled urn‑vase with dolphin handles in black‑glazed terracotta, the swollen body decorated with raised leafy laurel branches, with flared neck and pedestal foot on circular base.
Italy, Grand Tour souvenir. 19th century.
H 41 cm, W 32 cm.
Perfect condition.
Inspired by ancient Greco‑Roman forms rediscovered during the excavations of Herculaneum and Pompeii, this type of neoclassical urn with dolphin handles belongs to the tradition of souvenir objects brought back from Italy by cultivated Grand Tour travellers. The piece forms part of 19th‑century Italian ceramics in neoclassical taste, distinguished by its elegant black glaze finish evoking famous ancient black‑figure wares and excavated bronzes
Italy, Grand Tour souvenir. 19th century.
H 41 cm, W 32 cm.
Perfect condition.
Inspired by ancient Greco‑Roman forms rediscovered during the excavations of Herculaneum and Pompeii, this type of neoclassical urn with dolphin handles belongs to the tradition of souvenir objects brought back from Italy by cultivated Grand Tour travellers. The piece forms part of 19th‑century Italian ceramics in neoclassical taste, distinguished by its elegant black glaze finish evoking famous ancient black‑figure wares and excavated bronzes
850 €
Period: 19th century
Style: Napoleon 3rd
Condition: Perfect condition
Material: Terracotta
Reference (ID): 1806987
Availability: In stock
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