Vase, Pair of Urns (2) - Neoclassical Style - Red Porphyry - Late 19th century
A beautiful pair of miniature vases in red porphyry, carved in the shape of Neoclassical urns, resting on small round bases, with a fixed, domed lids with knob handles. The vases and lids are carved out of a single piece of porphyry, thus the lids are not removable. Italy. Grand Tour. Late 19th century. Dimensions: H 12. 5cm ; diameter (maximum) 5. 5cm ; diameter (underneath base) 3. 5cm
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A beautiful pair of miniature vases in red porphyry, carved in the shape of Neoclassical urns, resting on small round bases, with a fixed, domed lids with knob handles. The vases and lids are carved out of a single piece of porphyry, thus the lids are not removable. Italy. Grand Tour. Late 19th century. Dimensions: H 12. 5cm ; diameter (maximum) 5. 5cm ; diameter (underneath base) 3. 5cm