Object Description
An elegant giltwood framed enclosing fifty eight plaster Grand Tour Giovanni Liberotti intaglios dating from the early 19th Century.
The oval shaped and round plaster intaglios comprise of portrait busts and classical scenes.
The intaglios are beautifully mounted on a plush gold silk ground in a rectangular glazed and giltwood box frame
Add a beautiful classical element to your home with this delightful framed collection.
Condition:
In excellent condition, please see photos for confirmation.
Dimensions in cm:
Height 45 x Width 37 x Depth 3
Dimensions in inches:
Height 1 foot, 6 inches x Width 1 foot, 3 inches x Depth 1 inch
Giovanni Liberotti
miniature plaster relief impressions of masterpieces of European art. This collection is an example of the type of souvenirs prized by the travelers of the Grand Tour. It is a small part of the museum`s gem cast collection, which is very rich in content and versatile in appearance. Gem casts were used as valuable illustrative materials in lectures.
Our reference: A2600b