This antique grand tour plaster intaglio medallion is individually showcased beautifully in a gilt wood shadowbox frame featuring gold-leaf finishes. During the 18th and 19th centuries, affluent young Europeans embarked on the “Grand Tour” — a classic rite of passage across France and Italy to absorb classical history, art, and language. To remember their travels, tourists purchased these white plaster casts. They served as miniaturized, detailed impressions of famous ancient Roman and Greek engraved gemstones, marble statues, and neoclassical reliefs.
The central relief depicts a classical mythological scene featuring four figures gathered together. It matches “The Judgement of Paris”, a highly popular subject in Grand Tour collections that originates from a historic intaglio impression.
Dimensions: 4.5’’H x 4’’W
This antique grand tour plaster intaglio medallion is individually showcased beautifully in a gilt wood shadowbox frame featuring gold-leaf finishes. During the 18th and 19th centuries, affluent young Europeans embarked on the “Grand Tour” — a classic rite of passage across France and Italy to absorb classical history, art, and language. To remember their travels, tourists purchased these white plaster casts. They served as miniaturized, detailed impressions of famous ancient Roman and Greek engraved gemstones, marble statues, and neoclassical reliefs.
The central relief depicts a classical mythological scene featuring four figures gathered together. It matches “The Judgement of Paris”, a highly popular subject in Grand Tour collections that originates from a historic intaglio impression.
Dimensions: 4.5’’H x 4’’W
