Hand-Carved White Marble Capital in Relief, 20th Century

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An exceptional work sculpted over time, capable of lending monumental and historic charm to exclusive gardens, porticos, or luxurious stately … Read more An exceptional work sculpted over time, capable of lending monumental and historic charm to exclusive gardens, porticos, or luxurious stately interiors. This imposing capital in solid white marble is a rare and highly prized architectural gem, ideal as a standalone decorative element or as a majestic base for statues, vases, or glass tops.

Subject and Style: The design unfolds with an elegant square base from which a finely sculpted structure rises. The relief carving depicts stylized floral motifs, with acanthus leaves and classical scrolls harmoniously intertwined, crowned by a molded circular support surface.

Material and Finish: The object was carved from a single block of solid white marble, as evidenced by its impressive weight of over 37 kg. Exposed to the elements over the centuries, the marble has developed a splendid and authentic natural patina with fascinating color variations and signs of aging that enhance its undeniable historical appeal. The upper surface is circular and flat.

Technical Details and Condition:

· Type: Sculptural Capital / Architectural Element.

· Style: Classical / Neoclassical.

· Materials: Solid white marble, hand-carved.

· Weight: 37.9 kg.

· Period: 20th Century.

· Dimensions: Base 32 x 32 cm. Total height 29 cm.

· Condition: Very good condition considering its outdoor exposure and the material. The object is structurally solid, intact, and remarkably stable. The marble has a marked and fascinating natural outdoor patina and normal signs of aging on the surface; These do not constitute a defect but represent the supreme value and tangible proof of its genuine antiquity.
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