Lot 116
  • 116

A matched pair of Italian 'Grand Tour' sienna marble reductions of Roman monuments, 19th century

Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 GBP
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Description

  • Marble
  • both 70cm. high; 2ft. 4in.
comprising two sections of the Temple of Vespasian and the Temple of Castor and Pollux

Provenance

The collection of Mr David and the Lady Pamela Hicks, until sold:

Sotheby's, Britwell House: the Contents of the House, 20-22 March 1979, lots 525, 526, and 527

Condition

The temple of Vespasian with old marks, losses and minor chips to the marble consistent with age and use. With evidence of old glued repairs - Please note the pediment is loose and the capital and column section on the left hand side are also detachable. The Temple of Castor and Pollux also with old marks, losses and minor chips. The pediment sits unevenly and is detachable. The lower section of the pediment is fixes to the right hand column which is also detachable. The left hand column has a removable capital.
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