Stone Obelisks
1980s Tessellated Stone Obelisk With Brass Inlay
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1980s tessellated stone obelisk with brass inlay.
Category
Vintage 1980s Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stone
Contemporary Pair of Purple Amethyst Stone Obelisks
Located in Toronto, ON
This spectacular pair of obelisks is constructed of amethyst, a lavender to purple translucent semi
Category
2010s French Obelisks
Materials
Amethyst
Contemporary Pair of Pink and Black Rhodonite Stone Obelisks
Located in Toronto, ON
This spectacular pair of obelisks is constructed of rhodonite, a natural stone from the word rhodon
Category
Late 20th Century American Obelisks
Materials
Stone
Tessellated Stone Obelisk in the Style of Marquis of Beverly Hills
By Marquis Collection of Beverly Hills 1
Located in San Diego, CA
Tessellated stone obelisk in the style of Marquis Collection of Beverly Hills, circa 1980s. The
Category
Late 20th Century Philippine Post-Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stone
$160 Sale Price
20% Off
H 12 in W 3.25 in D 3.25 in
Vintage Regency Cut Stone Obelisk
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stunning vintage Regency obelisk. A gorgeous cut stone with amazing grain detail. Perfect alone
Category
Late 20th Century North American Regency Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Stone
1970s Maitland Smith Style Tessellated Stone Obelisks
By Maitland Smith
Located in New York, NY
1970s modern Maitland Smith Style tessellated stone with brass inlay detail obelisks, in vintage
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stone, Brass
Vintage Maitland-Smith Green Faux Stone Obelisk
By Maitland Smith
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful green faux marble obelisk. The four-sided tapered obelisk has a turtle shaped brass tone
Category
1990s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stone, Metal
Vintage Boho Harlequin Tessellated Stone Obelisks - Set of Two
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stunning pair of vintage Boho obelisks. Beautiful tessellated stone in a Harlequin design. Two
Category
Late 20th Century Philippine Bohemian Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Stone
$950 / set
H 16.5 in W 4.25 in D 4.25 in
Maitland Smith Tessilated Marble & Brass Turtle Thinker Obelisk Sculpture 20”
By Maitland Smith
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Maitland Smith stone tesslated marble stone obelisk sculpture standing on the backs of four
Category
Late 20th Century British Colonial Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Brass
$560 Sale Price
30% Off
H 19.5 in W 5.5 in D 5.5 in
Citorio Labradorite Obelisk Sculpture by Obsydian Stone
By Obsydian Stone
Located in Milan, IT
This obelisk-shaped sculpture in precious labradorite was inspired by the obelisk twins in Rome and
Category
2010s Italian Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Multi-gemstone
Lateranense Tiger-eye & Obsidian Obelisk Sculpture by Obsydian Stone
By Obsydian Stone
Located in Milan, IT
Inspired by the ancient obelisk of Egyptian origin that is in Rome and that has a twin in Istanbul
Category
2010s Italian Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Multi-gemstone
$12,015 / item
H 19.69 in W 3.94 in D 3.94 in
Stepped Obelisk Fossil Stone Tower
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Egyptian/ Greek Influence
Category
Late 20th Century Classical Greek Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stone, Sandstone
Mounted Malachite Obelisk – Sparkling and Virtuous Natural Stone
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Bring brilliance and energy to your interior with this mounted malachite obelisk. Its sparkling
Category
2010s French Organic Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Stone
James de Wulf Exo Obelisk - Standing Stone #2
By James de Wulf
Located in Paia, HI
Exo Obelisk (Standing Stone #2)
January 2024
Materials: Concrete and cast bronze exoskeleton
Dims
Category
2010s Unknown Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Concrete, Bronze
Selenite Obelisk Pair
Located in New York, NY
Selenite Obelisk:
Each measures: 2.25" x 2.25" x 12" H.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Stone
Imperio Obelisk in Tortoiseshell Inlaid with Semi-Precious Stones
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Huge obelisk from the French imperial period in tortoiseshell with semi-precious stones resting on
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Empire Natural Specimens
Materials
Tortoise Shell
$5,000
H 23.63 in W 5.12 in D 5.12 in
Pair of obelisks
Located in Rome, IT
Pair of obelisks in aquamarine green marble with gilded bronze spheres. ADDITIONAL PHOTOS
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mounted Objects
Materials
Stone, Marble
Polished Black Marble Obelisk, Italy
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Polished Black Marble Obelisk, Italy
"polished black marble with some very light veins"
"very
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Stone
Stepped Obelisk Brown Fossil Tower
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Greek/ Egyptian Influence.
Martyn's signature.
Category
Late 20th Century Classical Greek Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stone
Pair of Russian Neoclassical Style Malachite Obelisks
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A pair of Russian neoclassical style obelisks of malachite. Square, tapered shafts on a raised
Category
20th Century Russian Neoclassical Natural Specimens
Materials
Stone, Malachite
Huge jasper : kambaba / orbicular. Hexagon obelisk form, polished
Located in MARSEILLE, FR
has been cut in hexagonal obelisk shape, establishing a nice presence in the room it would be
Category
2010s Malagasy Natural Specimens
Materials
Stone
Set of 5 Obelisks – Flower Agate
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Elevate your interior spaces with this set of five Flower Agate obelisks — a natural stone with
Category
2010s Organic Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Agate
Set of 5 Obelisks – Sardonyx Agate
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Elevate your interior spaces with this set of five Sardonyx Agate obelisks — a natural stone
Category
2010s Organic Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Agate
Set of 5 Obelisks – Black Agate
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
obelisks. Each piece is unique, revealing the deep, intense beauty of this natural stone.
Black agate is a
Category
2010s Organic Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Agate
Rock Crystal Butterfly Sculpture on Pink Geode Obelisk Base
Located in Toronto, ON
pink geode obelisk on black marble base. A beautiful accessory for any table top while inviting the
Category
2010s Brazilian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Quartz, Stone
Recent Sales
Stone Obelisk
Located in Monterey, CA
An impressive striated stone obelisk.
Category
Late 20th Century Natural Specimens
Materials
Stone
Pair of 19th Century Carved Stone Pyramids
Located in London, GB
A Pair of 19th century Carved Stone Pyramids
Category
Antique 19th Century Folk Art Obelisks
Materials
Stone
Pair of Calcite Obelisks
Located in Livingston, NJ
Unique hand carved and polished natural calcite obelisks. From Brazil and hand-picked for their
Category
2010s Brazilian Natural Specimens
Materials
Stone
EMPIRE OBELISK in Tortoise Shell with Application of Semi-Precious Stones
Located in Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Incredible Empire obelisk in tortoise shell with application of semi-precious stones.
Category
Antique 1890s French Empire Natural Specimens
Materials
Tortoise Shell
H 23.23 in W 5.12 in D 5.12 in
Large Pink Stone Obelisk
Located in Fairfield, CA
A tall vintage stone obelisk. Nice pink coloring with great natural veining to the stone, polished
Category
Late 20th Century Organic Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Stone
Maitland Smith Modernist Tessellated Stone Obelisks, Pair
By Maitland Smith
Located in Palm Springs, CA
From a very upscale Palm Springs estate, a rare pair of large tessellated stone obelisks done in
Category
Vintage 1980s Philippine Modern Mounted Objects
Materials
Stone
Pair of Lagre Maitland Smith Modenist Stone Obelisks
By Maitland Smith
Located in Palm Springs, CA
From a very upscale Palm Springs estate, a rare pair of large tessellated stone obelisks done in
Category
Vintage 1980s Philippine Modern Mounted Objects
Materials
Stone
Tall Tessellated Stone Obelisk in the Style of Marquis of Beverly Hills
By Marquis Collection of Beverly Hills 1
Located in San Diego, CA
Tall tessellated stone obelisk on a gold stand in the style of Marquis Collection of Beverly Hills
Category
Late 20th Century Philippine Post-Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stone
H 30.5 in W 9.125 in D 9.125 in
Collection of Semi Precious Stone Obelisks
Located in New York, NY
Collection of various exotic stones including Lapis, onyx, quartz etc Obelisks, 224total ranging in
Category
Mid-20th Century Natural Specimens
Materials
Stone
Grand Tour Pietra Dura Stone Obelisks
Located in Astoria, NY
Pair of Continental Grand Tour style black slate obelisk sculptures, each featuring tapering
Category
Antique Late 19th Century European Grand Tour Natural Specimens
Materials
Stone, Marble
Rock Crystal Obelisks from Brazil in the Neoclassical Grand Tour Style, a Pair
Located in New York, NY
dynasties, notably Greek and Roman. The tallest stone obelisk in the world is actually located in Washington
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Neoclassical Obelisks
Materials
Quartz, Rock Crystal
H 17.75 in W 3.5 in D 3.5 in
A Midcentury Pair of Malachite Obelisks
Located in Astoria, NY
A vintage pair of malachite table top decorative obelisks with green swirl detailing and pedestal
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Obelisks
Materials
Stone
Maitland Smith Tessilated Stone & Brass Winged Lions Obelisk Sculpture 31”
By Maitland Smith
Located in Dayton, OH
Large vintage Maitland Smith tessellated marble stone obelisk sculpture, standing on the backs of
Category
Late 20th Century British Colonial Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Brass
Pink Marble Obelisk in the Style of the Grand Tour
Located in London, GB
A Large Marble Obelisk from Italy in the style of the Grand Tour collectibles. This piece would
Category
20th Century Italian Grand Tour Obelisks
Materials
Stone, Marble
Chinese Giraffe Stone Pillar Sculpture
Located in Chicago, IL
Carved from a single block of stone, this round obelisk makes for a striking addition to a garden
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Obelisks
Materials
Stone
Obelisk Kambaba Striped
Located in PARIS, FR
Obelisk Kambaba striped. Very good condition. Origin Madagascar. 1263.61 g.
Category
Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Mobiles and Kinetic Sculptures
Materials
Stone
Obelisk – Red Quartz Fire
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This captivating piece is carved from transparent quartz, a stone renowned for its clarity and its
Category
2010s Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Stone
Smoked Rock Crystal Obelisk
Located in PARIS, FR
Smoked rock crystal obelisk. High transparency quality. Excellent condition.
Category
Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Mobiles and Kinetic Sculptures
Materials
Stone
1980s Ado Chale Obelisk
By Ado Chale
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
1980s Ado Chale Obelisk in Chalcedony stone.
Category
Vintage 1980s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Precious Stone
Pair of Hyaline Quartz Obelisks
By Didoni
Located in Milan, IT
Valuable decorative objects, handcrafted in our Didoni workshop. The obelisk is a carved stone in
Category
2010s Italian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stone
Contemporary Large Black Obsidian Obelisk / Crystal Point
Located in Toronto, ON
/ obelisk. Gorgeous in a collection, or as a stand alone statement piece. Obelisks are symbols of protection
Category
2010s American Natural Specimens
Materials
Stone
Set of 5 Obelisks – Red Quartz Fire
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This set of five red quartz obelisks immediately captivates the eye with the intensity of their
Category
2010s Organic Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Stone
Exceptional Pair of Obelisk Shaped Fossil Sculptures 1980s
Located in New York, NY
Impressive pair of obelisk shaped polished extinct fossil sculptures (Orthoceras) with beautiful
Category
Vintage 1980s Swedish Prehistoric Natural Specimens
Materials
Stone
Neoclassical Revival Stone Obelisks
Located in Astoria, NY
Neoclassical revival pair of stone obelisks. The pair was made in the 20th century and is in great
Category
20th Century Neoclassical Revival Natural Specimens
Materials
Stone
Vintage Italian Tavola by Oggetti Horn & Stone Obelisks, a Pair
Located in Atlanta, GA
Great vintage pair of obelisks! Stone and horn decorated! Made in the 1970s. Great condition.
Category
Vintage 1970s Mounted Objects
Materials
Stone
Selection of Obelisks
Located in Atlanta, GA
, circa 1950's, has been SOLD.
5) Pair of stone veneered obelisks, probably Maitland Smith, circa 1980's
Category
Vintage 1960s American Hollywood Regency Obelisks
Materials
Crystal, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Marble
Modern Onyx Marble Obelisk Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful modern onyx marble stone obelisk sculpture piece in neutral colors. Obelisk measures: 6
Category
20th Century Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Alabaster, Marble, Stone, Onyx
Antique Pair of French Pale Blue Natural Jasper and Ormolu Obelisks
Located in Toronto, ON
A pair of magnificent antique French Empire pale blue Jasper obelisks with original ormolu detail
Category
Antique Early 19th Century French Obelisks
Materials
Stone, Ormolu
Puddingstone Pillar Sculpture
Located in Chicago, IL
Carved from a single block of puddingstone, this stone obelisk makes for a striking addition to a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Minimalist Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Stone
Puddingstone Pillar Sculpture
Located in Chicago, IL
Carved from a single block of puddingstone, this stone obelisk makes for a striking addition to a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Minimalist Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Stone
Puddingstone Pillar Sculpture
Located in Chicago, IL
Carved from a single block of puddingstone, this stone obelisk makes for a striking addition to a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Minimalist Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Stone
Pair of Large Vintage Rainbow Onyx Obelisks Crystal Gem 70s 80s
By Crystal Stone, Mineral Workshop, Obscure Objects, Stone Art
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This stunning pair of vintage rainbow onyx obelisks showcases a vibrant array of natural colors
Category
Vintage 1980s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Onyx
Contemporary Large Black Obsidian Obelisk / Crystal Point
Located in Toronto, ON
/ obelisk. Gorgeous in a collection, or as a stand alone statement piece. Obelisks are symbols of protection
Category
2010s American Natural Specimens
Materials
Stone
Contemporary Large Black Obsidian Obelisk / Crystal Point
Located in Toronto, ON
/ obelisk. Gorgeous in a collection, or as a stand alone statement piece. Obelisks are symbols of protection
Category
2010s American Natural Specimens
Materials
Stone
Marble Obelisk from Italy in the Style of The Grand Tour or modern Boho Chic
Located in London, GB
Marble Obelisk with wonderful colour and pattern from Italy. Displaying different colours and
Category
20th Century Italian Grand Tour Natural Specimens
Materials
Stone, Marble
H 10.01 in W 2.56 in D 2.56 in
Egyptian Carved Red Granite Head of a Pharaoh Ptolemaic Period Form
Located in Hudson, NY
personal friend of many Heads of State and government officials.
Carved from red granite, a favored stone
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Egyptian Busts
Materials
Granite
Tessellated stone obelisk with brass inlay by Robert Marcius
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This obelisk was made for Casa Bisque.
Robert Marcius, known by the design industry
Category
20th Century American Decorative Objects
26 in. Tall Post Modern Tessellated Stone Obelisk, 1990s
By Marquis Collection of Beverly Hills 1
Located in Los Angeles, CA
26 inch tall decorative obelisk. The pyramid executed in tessellated beige fossil stone and round
Category
1990s Philippine Post-Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Stone, Serpentine
Collection of Six Obelisks
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Collection of six obelisks.
Black stone dimensions - 15 x 3.37 x 3.75".
Pair of gray marble
Category
Early 20th Century European Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Crystal, Marble
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By Husqvarna, Olle Hermansson
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Abstract Sculptures
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By Swaim, Jack Lenor Larsen
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Materials
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Located in Annville, PA
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Category
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Materials
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
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Upholstery, Wood
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Cartier High Jewelry Coffee Table Book by Hans Nadelhoffer
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Category
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Materials
Paper
Set of Rock Crystal Quartz Obelisks
By Tony Duquette
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Set of three Brazilian quartz rock crystal obelisks.
Tall one is 17"
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Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Hollywood Regency Obelisks
Materials
Rock Crystal
1980s Postmodern Unique Shape Floral Pink & Purple Rug 12’x9’
By Karl Springer
Located in Bensalem, PA
Stunning pick and violet floral postmodern custom wool rug signed on bottom
Category
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern North and South American Rugs
Materials
Wool
Tramp Art Rustic Photo/ Picture Frame Hand Carved, Austria circa 1880
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
One of a kind Tramp Art photo frame from the period in Austria around 1880. Elaborately hand carved out of bass wood this rustic photo frame shows an exceptional design which the dar...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Picture Frames
Materials
Blown Glass, Softwood
$490
H 14.17 in W 12.2 in D 1.18 in
French Turn of the Century Tramp Art Mirror with Rosettes and Brass Motifs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Tramp Art mirror from the early 20th century, with raised rosettes and ornate brass accents. Created in France at the Turn of the Century, this wall mirror was hand carved i...
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Early 20th Century French Folk Art Wall Mirrors
Materials
Brass
$2,600
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By Oscar Maschera
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Leather
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Located in Split, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
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Category
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Textile
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Porcelain
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Stone Obelisks For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a range of stone obelisks for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of stone, marble and metal, all stone obelisks available were constructed with great care. Stone obelisks have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Stone obelisks made by Modern designers — as well as those associated with Mid-Century Modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. Some stone obelisks are too large for some spaces — a variety of smaller stone obelisks, measuring 1.68 inches across, are available at 1stDibs. Maitland Smith, Ado Chale and Nature each produced beautiful stone obelisks that are worth considering.
How Much are Stone Obelisks?
Prices for stone obelisks start at $200 and top out at $7,500 with the average selling for $1,450.
Finding the Right Sculptures for You
Styling your home with vintage, new and antique sculptures means adding a touch that can meaningfully transform the space. By introducing a sculptural work as a decorative finish to any interior, you’re making a statement, whether you tend toward the dramatic or prefer to keep things casual with modest, understated art.
A single, one-of-a-kind three-dimensional figurative sculpture mounted on your dining room wall is a guaranteed conversation piece, while a trio of abstract works arranged on your living room bookshelves can add spontaneity to the collection of first-edition novels or artist monographs you’re displaying as well as draw attention to them. Figurative sculptures are representational works that portray a specific person, animal or object. And while decorating with busts, which are sculpted or cast figurative works, hasn’t exactly topped the list of design trends every year, busts are back. According to designer Timothy Corrigan, “They give humanity in a way that a more abstract sculpture can’t give.” Abstract sculptures, on the other hand, are not meant to show something specific. Instead, they invoke a mood or scene without directly stating what they are portraying.
Busts made of stone or metal may not seem like a good fit for your existing decor. Fortunately, there are many ways for a seemingly incongruous piece to fit in with the rest of your room’s theme. You can embrace a dramatic piece by making it the focal point of the room, or you can choose to incorporate several elements made out of the same material to create harmony in your space. If an antique or more dramatic piece doesn’t feel like you, why not opt for works comprising plastic, fiberglass or other more modern materials?
When incorporating sculpture into the design of your home — be it the playful work of auction hero and multimedia visionary KAWS, contemporary fiber art from Connecticut dealer browngrotta arts or still-life sculpture on a budget — consider proper lighting, which can bring out the distinctive aspects of your piece that deserve attention. And make sure you know how the size and form of the sculpture will affect your space in whole. If you choose a sculpture with dramatic design elements, such as sharp angles or bright colors, for example, try to better integrate this new addition by echoing those elements in the rest of your room’s design.
Get started on decorating with sculpture now — find figurative sculptures, animal sculptures and more on 1stDibs today.
Questions About Stone Obelisks
- What is an Egyptian obelisk?2 Answers1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Carved from a single piece of stone, an Egyptian obelisk is a tapered pillar found at the entrance of ancient Egyptian temples. Obelisks were usually found in pairs. Find an obelisk or two of your own from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Egyptian obelisks are large, four-sided tapered monuments that were usually built in pairs to mark the entrance of important sites in Ancient Egypt. Today, they are popular in replica form and as decorations for interior designers. Shop a collection of antique and contemporary Egyptian obelisks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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