Lot n° 11
Estimation :
300 - 500
EUR
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Result
: 390EUR
"Grand Tour" micromosaic paperweight depicting the Colosseum - Lot 11
"Grand Tour" micromosaic paperweight depicting the Colosseum in Rome, 19th century
Rectangular paperweight made of black stone, adorned in the center with an oval micromosaic depicting the Colosseum in Rome. Crafted from very fine polychrome glass tesserae, the composition accurately reproduces the ancient monument within a lively landscape. This type of object was a prized souvenir of the Grand Tour, a formative journey undertaken by European art lovers and travelers in Italy during the 19th century. Some wear and small chips along the edge of the stone, consistent with its age and use.
Dimensions: 11 × 8 cm – Weight: 270 g
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