19Th Century Italian Grand Tour Intaglios
Stock No
BCSL2677
2019
- £1,650.00
- €1,885 Euro
- $2,202 US Dollar
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Item Description
A Set of 37 Grand Tour plaster intaglios. Each mounted and displayed within gilt carved mounts, the original walnut display case with blue paper lining and detachable lid.
Italian, circa 1780-1820
Plaster intaglios were inspired by intaglios carved into semi-precious stones and hardstones, which were traditionally used for signing messages and sealing letters. Intaglios grew in popularity during the time of the Grand Tour and were highly demanded by the wealthy aristocrats, consequently, artists created plaster intaglios, which acted as souvenirs of their travels in addition to being a reminder of the superb artworks and decorative pieces they had encountered all around the continent.
Item Info
Seller
Seller Location
Castle Douglas, Scotland
Item Dimensions
H: 19cm W: 16cm
Period
Italian, circa 1800
Item Location
United Kingdom
Seller Location
Castle Douglas, Scotland
Item Location
United Kingdom
Seller Contact No
+44 (0)1556 509270
+44 (0)7881 823369