Description

Large early C20th Italian �Grand Tour� style carved marble profile in octagonal specimen marble surround frame .
Impressive statuary white marble cameo profile carved in bas-relief, probably depicting Marcus Vipsanius Agrippa , mounted upon a contrasting black marble panel or slab . The white marble octagonal �bevelled� edge frame surround inlaid with 18 different coloured divided specimen marble examples . The outer edge with a moulded profile .
The top fitted with an over-sized bronze hanging ring and fitting.
Marcus Vipsanius Agrippa (64 BC-12 BC) was a Roman consul , statesman , general and architect. He was responsible for many famous Roman military victories as well as the construction of some of the most notable buildings in the history of Rome .
Highly decorative and impressively-scaled marble profile of classical Roman design .
In excellent original condition with no damage, losses or breaks .
H 28�
W 23�
D 3�
Italy c. 1920
Established in the Cathedral City of Worcester for over 40 years ,M.Lees&Sons , run by Michael Lees ,have been dealing with public and trade from show-rooms in an early Georgian town-house. We aim to provide a straight-forward approach to our business and build lasting relationships with our customers. As members of the 'London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association' , we provide full descriptive details , date ,authenticity and any available provenance ,with full disclosure of any restoration or repair which may have taken place .
Whether buying for pleasure , decoration or investment, we welcome you to our web-site or premises .
Past projects have included advising clients on forming and disposing of collections , furnishing period properties , hotel and commercial projects , also a shoot-room and lodge .
All goods are available to view and owned by M.Lees&Sons .
If visiting, a telephone call prior is advisable as due to the demands of the business the show-room does not have regular hours . Please feel free to contact us if we can be of assistance .
www.leesantiquesworcester.com.
Tel. 01905 26620 / 07860826218
Located in the centre of Worcester in the shadow of the Cathedral with easy parking nearby. Exit Junction 7 M5 and follow the signs for Worcester Porcelain Museum . Our premises are located 100 metres from the Museum and 50 metres from Pay&Display car-park in nearby King St.
Internal Ref: ML 206