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A refined pair of antique gesso medallions—also described as oval portrait plaques or relief portraits—depicting saints peter and paul, finished …
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A refined pair of antique gesso medallions—also described as oval portrait plaques or relief portraits—depicting saints peter and paul, finished with a beautifully aged bronze-effect patina.
despite their intimate scale, each sculptural silhouette displays remarkable high-relief detail, from the expressive facial features to the finely carved beards and draped garments, reflecting the precision of classical portrait medallion work.
the compositions are set within elegant rectangular giltwood frames, each centred by an oval opening and enriched by an additional gilded oval surround, creating a layered and dimensional effect. A soft rose silk ground with delicate floral motifs enhances depth and adds a subtle decorative contrast to the patinated reliefs.
designed to face one another, the two portrait plaques form a balanced and sophisticated wall arrangement—ideal as antique wall décor, decorative panels, or statement classical accents within both traditional and contemporary interiors.
rooted in the neoclassical tradition, with echoes of baroque sculptural richness, these medallions follow the aesthetic of early 19th-century portrait roundels. Produced in the early 20th century, they reflect the enduring appeal of grand tour–inspired objects, long appreciated as cultured decorative pieces and collectible souvenirs of european heritage.
a distinctive choice for collectors of religious art, antique portrait plaques, relief sculptures, or for interior designers seeking layered, heritage-driven wall decoration.
measurements:
h. 38 cm
w. 33 cm
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- Dimensions
- 12.99ʺW × 0.79ʺD × 14.96ʺH
- Art Subjects
- Portrait
- Country of Origin
- Italy
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Plaster
- Condition
- Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Ivory
- Condition Notes
- Patina Consistent with Age and Use Patina Consistent with Age and Use less
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