Pair of Italian Carved Alabaster Urns Featuring Mercury Masks and Acanthus Detail

This impressive pair of hand-carved alabaster urns from 19th century Italy features classical motifs and exquisite detailing. Each urn showcases a bold Mercury mask on its body, flanked by sinuous foliate handles that curve gracefully upward. The rims are encircled by finely carved acanthus leaf patterns , all resting on a stepped circular base that adds to their architectural presence. Crafted circa 1880 , these antique alabaster urns reflect the Neoclassical aesthetic popular in Italian decorative arts of the period. Their grand scale and mythological iconography make them a commanding pair, ideal for flanking an entry, anchoring a console, or as sculptural accents in refined interiors.

Place of Origin: c.1880