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Italian, 19th century — Four monumental columns
Italian, 19th century

Four monumental columns

This 19th century Italian sculpture consists of four imposing columns crafted from rosso antico marble, a deep red stone prized since antiquity, each positioned upon white marble bases that provide visual contrast and structural support. The work exemplifies the neoclassical aesthetic favored during the period, emphasizing monumental scale and the inherent beauty of luxurious materials. The arrangement of these architectural elements transforms functional forms into an object of contemplation, inviting viewers to consider the relationship between mass, space, and the classical tradition.

Medium
rosso antico marble, on white marble bases

🔨 Auction Lot

19th & 20th Century Sculpture

November 26, 2024

Estimate: $6,000$8,000

Lot 540

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Italian, 19th century, Four monumental columns

This 19th century Italian sculpture consists of four imposing columns crafted from rosso antico marble, a deep red stone prized since antiquity, each positioned upon white marble bases that provide visual contrast and structural support. The work exemplifies the neoclassical aesthetic favored during the period, emphasizing monumental scale and the inherent beauty of luxurious materials. The arrangement of these architectural elements transforms functional forms into an object of contemplation, inviting viewers to consider the relationship between mass, space, and the classical tradition.

Medium
rosso antico marble, on white marble bases
Seen at
Sotheby's, New York, London, Hong Kong, Paris

Related themes

Monumental, 19th Century, Classical, Architectural Elements, Italian, Stone Sculpture, Marble Carving, Architecture, Neoclassicism, Grandeur

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