Three Italian marble miniature models of Scipio's tomb, after the Antique, Roman circa 1830

one in black marble concealing receptacles for inkpot and sander (3)

These are generally in good condition considering age and the fragility of the material. The black marble example in good order. The Siena marble example is also good although its black marble base has been broken at some stage and is now repaired. The rosso antico example with some minor chips.
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The tomb of Lucius Cornelius Scipio Barbatus (died 280 BC), was erected around 150 BC. Widely copied many times and produced as a model along with other ancient monuments, it was a particular favourite of those on the Grand Tour in the 18th and 19th century when models such as the offered lot were purchased as souvenirs.