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Cameo or intaglio, male profile. Glass. Possibly Italy, 19th century. Glass cameo with a male profile in the classical style accompanied by a pseudo signature in the Greek alphabet. These types of pieces were created in large numbers as they were highly prized as souvenirs by Grand Tour travellers, and several were often collected to form collections.
· Size: 2,2x0,2x2,7 cms
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Ref.: ZF128407
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Cameo or intaglio, Triptolemus. Glass. 19th century. Mythological scene with the Greek word “karilaos” (pseudo-signature) showing a young man standing in front of a chariot drawn by a monster with a serpent body, feathered wings and two heads, on which another male figure is depicted. Triptolemus was a demigod and hero of Greek mythology who was depicted as a young man with a diadem on his head, with his winged chariot drawn by dragons or snakes. Such pieces were created in large numbers as they were highly prized as souvenirs by Grand Tour travellers.
· Size: 3x0,4x2,6 cms.
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Ref.: ZF128406
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Cameo or intaglio. Glass. Possibly Italy, 19th century. Blue glass cameo depicting a scene with a marked classical influence, in which a man with a diadem, half-naked and seated, is seen being grabbed by the legs by another bearded man, under the watchful gaze of two other male figures. The scene is set in a rich interior, hence the presence of the curtain, the table and the torch holder. This type of piece was created in large numbers as they were highly appreciated as souvenirs by travellers on the Grand Tour, and several were often collected together to form collections.
· Size: 2,7x0,2x2 cms
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Ref.: ZF128409
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Cameo or intaglio, Urania. Glass. Possibly Italy, 19th century. The half-naked female figure seated and holding a sphere is often associated with the Muse of Astronomy and Astrology, Urania. Compare the piece with the intaglio by Giovanni Pilcher, which is also considered to represent this muse, made before 1791 and which It is kept in the British Museum in London. Such pieces were created in large numbers as they were highly prized as souvenirs by travellers on the Grand Tour, and several were often collected to form collections.
· Size: 2,2x0,4x2,5 cms
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Ref.: ZF128410
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Cameo, Apollo and Marsyas. Glass. Possibly Italy, 19th century. Cameo or intaglio depicting the bound satyr Marsyas, Apollo standing and holding a lyre, and Olympus kneeling. Compare this piece with the so-called Seal of Nero, an intaglio belonging to Lorenzo de' Medici (Farnese Collection) that is in the National Archaeological Museum of Naples, Italy. Such pieces were produced in large numbers as they were highly prized as souvenirs by Grand Tour travellers, and several were often collected together to form collections.
· Size: 1,6x0,2x2 cms
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Ref.: ZF128411
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Cameo or intaglio, Hercules against the Hydra of Lerna. Glass. Possibly Italy, 19th century. The scene depicts Hercules, holding the club aloft, as he battles the Hydra, a multi-headed monster, in one of his twelve labors. Such pieces were created in significant numbers as they were highly prized as souvenirs by travelers to the Grand Tour, often several of them being brought together to make collections.
· Size: 1,9x0,2x2,5 cms
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Ref.: ZF128413
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Cameo or intaglio, dancer. Glass. Possibly Italy, 19th century. The female figure, in a dancing attitude and holding a vessel, can be identified with a dancing Maenad. These divine female beings often appeared in the procession of the god Bacchus (Dionysus), differing from the Bacchantes or Bassarides in that the latter were mortal. These types of pieces were created in significant numbers as they were highly appreciated as souvenirs by travellers on the Grand Tour, often collecting several of them together.
· Size: 1,8x0,2x2,5 cms
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Ref.: ZF128415
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Cameo or intaglio, Pope. Glass. Possibly Italy, 19th century. A line as a frame highlights the male profile depicted, identified (possibly) with a Pope by the clothing he wears. This type of pieces were created in significant numbers as they were highly appreciated as souvenirs by the Grand Tour travelers, often several being collected together. to make collections.
· Size: 2x0,2x2,4 cms
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Ref.: ZF128416
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Cameo or intaglio, Hercules against the Nemean lion. Glass. Possibly Italy, 19th century. The figurative representation of a muscular man wrestling with a lion is common in this type of neoclassical intaglio. It is considered to have been influenced by works by Pichler and Calandrelli, who in turn were inspired by an early piece by Nicolo. Poniatowski (etching by Thomas Worlidge, 1757, London British Museum, Dep. Prints and Drawings no. 1859.0709.889) made an engraving with this or a similar image. Such pieces were produced in large numbers as they were highly prized as souvenirs by Grand Tour travellers, and several were often collected together to form collections.
· Size: 1,4x0,2x2 cms
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Ref.: ZF128417
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Cameo or intaglio, Emperor. Glass. Possibly Italy, 19th century. Profile of a relatively young man dressed in Roman armour and wearing a laurel wreath or diadem, in the manner of the Emperors of Ancient Rome. Such pieces were created in large numbers as they were highly prized as souvenirs by travellers on the Grand Tour, and several were often collected together to form collections.
· Size: 1,8x0,2x2 cms
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Ref.: ZF128418
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Cameo or intaglio, male portrait. Glass. Possibly Italy, 19th century. Male profile with long hair and a moustache, following a fashion that can be seen, for example, in some portraits of the French king Louis XIII. This type of piece was created in significant numbers as they were highly appreciated as souvenirs by the travellers of the Grand Tour, often several are brought together to make collections.
· Size: 1,8x0,4x2 cms
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Ref.: ZF128419
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Cameo or intaglio, male portrait. Glass. Possibly Italy, 19th century. Male profile with short hair divided into wavy locks reminiscent, for example, of portraits of Julius Caesar and his dynasty. These types of pieces were created in large numbers as they were highly prized as souvenirs by Grand Tour travellers, often being collected several to make collections.
· Size: 1,8x0,4x2 cms
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Ref.: ZF128420
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Cameo or intaglio, Lady. Glass. Possibly Italy, 19th century. Profile of a woman with her hair tied back in a bun and adorned with a ribbon, following the usual way of depicting prominent ladies of Ancient Rome. This type of piece was created in significant numbers as they were highly appreciated as souvenirs by travelers. of the Grand Tour, often several being brought together to make collections.
· Size: 1,4x0,3x1,8 cms
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Ref.: ZF128421
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Cameo or intaglio. Glass. Possibly Italy, 19th century. It features a half-naked human figure holding an object in one hand and pointing at it with the other. This type of piece was created in large numbers as they were highly prized as souvenirs by Grand Tour travellers, and several were often collected together to form collections.
· Size: 1,4x0,2x1,8 cms
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Ref.: ZF128422
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Cameo or intaglio, Cupid guiding lions. Glass. Possibly, Italy, 19th century. In the foreground, we can see a naked, winged child figure, Cupid (or Eros, god of love), leading two lions, who pull a chariot (note the wheel). These scenes were common in divine processions, especially in the case of Cibeles or Mars. These types of pieces were created in significant numbers as they were highly appreciated as souvenirs by travellers on the Grand Tour, and several were often brought together to make collections.
· Size: 2,5x0,4x1,7 cms
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Ref.: ZF128423
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Cameo or intaglio, portrait. Glass. Possibly Italy, 19th century. Profile of a young man, dressed in what appears to be a tunic, with no other elements that allow us to identify him. These types of pieces were created in significant numbers as they were highly appreciated as souvenirs by the Grand Tour travellers, and several were often collected together. to make collections.
· Size: 1,2x0,3x1,7 cms
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Ref.: ZF128424
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Intaglio or cameo, portrait. Glass. Possibly Italy, 19th century. Profile of a young man, with short, curly hair, and wearing a large necklace or neck ornament. These types of pieces were created in large numbers as they were highly prized as souvenirs by Grand Tour travellers, with several pieces often being collected together. to make collections.
· Size: 0,8x0,2x1,1 cms
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Ref.: ZF128426
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Intaglio or cameo, Muse. Glass. Possibly Italy, 19th century. A female figure stands, robed and carrying a harp, with a sculpture on a column behind her. This may be a Muse, so common that even Wedgewood was inspired by the base of this figure: compare the works of John Flaxman, dated c. 1780. Such pieces were produced in large numbers as they were highly prized as souvenirs by Grand Tour travellers, and several were often collected together to form collections.
· Size: 3x0,7x3,5 cms
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Ref.: ZF128427
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Cameo or intaglio, possibly Venus and Cupid. Glass. Possibly Italy, 19th century. A female figure is shown lying down, half-naked, holding a jug or amphora in her hand, while a winged, naked child is seen raising an object to its mouth. This may be the goddess Venus with her son, Cupid or Eros. This type of piece was created in large numbers as it was highly prized as a souvenir by travellers on the Grand Tour, and several were often collected together to form collections.
· Size: 2,5x0,2x1,8 cms
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Ref.: ZF128428
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Intaglio or cameo, portrait. Glass. Possibly Italy, 19th century. Profile of a relatively young man, with wavy hair, divided into locks, reminiscent of ancient Roman portraits of certain emperors (Julio-Claudian dynasty, for example). This type of piece was created in significant numbers as it was very Prized as souvenirs by Grand Tour travellers, with several often being collected together to form collections.
· Size: 1,6x0,2x2 cms
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Ref.: ZF128429
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Orange siphon; A. Benard Fils, Chambery. Glass, metal. France, ca. 1920. Siphon with a silver-plated metal head (engraved “A. Bernard Fils / Chambery” and “Ets Cirier Pavaro / Paris / Etain sans plomb”) and a clear orange-coloured glass body with spiral lines and an acid-etched engraving reading “Eaux Cazeuses / A. Bernard Fils/ Chambery”. It features text on the base. This type of container for water or carbonated drinks was very popular towards the middle of the 20th century, and before, in line with the popularity of soft drinks. Measurements: 10x10x30.5 cm
· Size: 10x10x30,5 cms
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Ref.: ZF114430
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Siphon with metal mesh. Glass, metal. France, early 20th century. It has damage. A clear glass siphon protected by an interwoven metal wire mesh on which a silver metal sign reading “Niveau du liquide” has been placed, and a silver-finished metal head with a lever. This type of container for water or carbonated drinks was very popular towards the middle of the 20th century, and before, in line with the popularity of soft drinks. Measurements: 10x10x31.5 cm
· Size: 10x10x31,5 cms
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Ref.: ZF114429
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Two parasols. Wood, metal, textile, etc. Europe, early 20th century. One has a printed textile on a light background and a light wooden handle finished with a silver metal knob shaped like a walking stick and decorated with flowers. The hallmarks on it identify it as being made of “nickel silver” or “German silver” (an alloy of zinc, copper and nickel also called alpaca). The other umbrella, with brown textile and a possibly wooden handle, and a spherical knob with flowers and spirals that is possibly silver in colour (it has no hallmarks).
· Size: 1,5x6x96 cms. 3x3x90 cms.
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Ref.: ZF1278
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Pair of wall lights. Bronze. 20th century. Pair of wall sconces with three light points each, made of bronze and decorated with elements reminiscent of Empire and Neoclassical style works and mainly of French origin (female masks, plant motifs, strings of pearls, etc.).
· Size: 29x17x67 cms.
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Ref.: Z0776A
