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Pair of Grand Tour Egyptian Porphyry Obelisks, 19th Century
About the Item
The pair of obelisks with gilt lion faces on front base and gilt lion paws at corners, signed indistinctly. Rome dated 1893.
- Dimensions:Height: 20 in (50.8 cm)Width: 4 in (10.16 cm)Depth: 4 in (10.16 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Style:Grand Tour (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:Late 19th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses.
- Seller Location:Spencertown, NY
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