Grand Tour Giallo Siena Marble Tazza, late 1800s

Bring the grandeur of the 19th-century Grand Tour into your interior with this monumental marble tazza (decorative bowl). This type of bowl was the ultimate status symbol and souvenir for the European elite during their cultural travels through Italy in the nineteenth century. The bowl is made from the highly sought-after Italian Giallo Siena marble, renowned worldwide for its deep, warm golden-yellow colour and characteristic web of dark veins. A rare and extremely decorative statement piece that fits perfectly in a classic, eclectic, or modern high-end interior. Details and condition: Origin: France / Italy. Period: Napoleon III (ca. 1860-1880). Condition: Beautiful, untouched antique condition with a time-aged patina. No restorations. Mounting: Fully original 19th-century mounting. The iron pin inside is luxuriously finished with the original brass knob. The authentic, early square iron nut is on the underside.