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- This luminous Italian alabaster vase is modeled after the celebrated Borghese Vase
- Encircling the vessel is a masterfully carved Dionysian procession
- The translucency of the alabaster imbues the scene with a soft radiance
- The design captures the splendor of one of the most influential sculptural forms of the ancient world
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Italian Carved Alabaster Borghese Vase
Circa 1840
A luminous celebration of classical grandeur, this elegant Italian alabaster vase exemplifies the enduring appeal of classical antiquity. Modeled after the celebrated Borghese Vase, it captures the splendor of one of the most influential sculptural forms of the ancient world.
Encircling the vessel is a masterfully carved Dionysian procession, or thiasos, with revelers in a continuous frieze. The translucency of the alabaster imbues the scene with. . .
Circa 1840
A luminous celebration of classical grandeur, this elegant Italian alabaster vase exemplifies the enduring appeal of classical antiquity. Modeled after the celebrated Borghese Vase, it captures the splendor of one of the most influential sculptural forms of the ancient world.
Encircling the vessel is a masterfully carved Dionysian procession, or thiasos, with revelers in a continuous frieze. The translucency of the alabaster imbues the scene with. . .
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Italian Carved Alabaster Borghese Vase
Circa 1840
A luminous celebration of classical grandeur, this elegant Italian alabaster vase exemplifies the enduring appeal of classical antiquity. Modeled after the celebrated Borghese Vase, it captures the splendor of one of the most influential sculptural forms of the ancient world.
Encircling the vessel is a masterfully carved Dionysian procession, or thiasos, with revelers in a continuous frieze. The translucency of the alabaster imbues the scene with a soft radiance, allowing light to penetrate the surface and subtly illuminate the figures. This interplay of light and material creates a dynamic visual effect, enhancing the sculptural richness in a way unattainable in traditional marble.
The Borghese Vase, originally carved in Athens during the 1st century BCE for the Roman elite and now housed in the Louvre, became a touchstone of artistic excellence following its rediscovery during the Renaissance and subsequent ownership by the Borghese family. Its influence spread widely across Europe, inspiring generations of artists and designers. By the 19th century, such works were highly sought after by Grand Tour travelers, who prized them as sophisticated emblems of classical taste. Comparable examples reside in major institutions, including the Victoria and Albert Museum.
20 3/4" high x 15 1/2" wide x 14" deep
Circa 1840
A luminous celebration of classical grandeur, this elegant Italian alabaster vase exemplifies the enduring appeal of classical antiquity. Modeled after the celebrated Borghese Vase, it captures the splendor of one of the most influential sculptural forms of the ancient world.
Encircling the vessel is a masterfully carved Dionysian procession, or thiasos, with revelers in a continuous frieze. The translucency of the alabaster imbues the scene with a soft radiance, allowing light to penetrate the surface and subtly illuminate the figures. This interplay of light and material creates a dynamic visual effect, enhancing the sculptural richness in a way unattainable in traditional marble.
The Borghese Vase, originally carved in Athens during the 1st century BCE for the Roman elite and now housed in the Louvre, became a touchstone of artistic excellence following its rediscovery during the Renaissance and subsequent ownership by the Borghese family. Its influence spread widely across Europe, inspiring generations of artists and designers. By the 19th century, such works were highly sought after by Grand Tour travelers, who prized them as sophisticated emblems of classical taste. Comparable examples reside in major institutions, including the Victoria and Albert Museum.
20 3/4" high x 15 1/2" wide x 14" deep
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Specifications
| Period: | 19th Century |
| Origin: | Italy |
| Type: | Vases/Vessels |
| Style: | Neoclassical |
| Depth: | 14.0 in. (35.56 cm) |
| Width: | 15.5 in. (39.37 cm) |
| Height: | 20.75 in. (52.71 cm) |
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