Pair of Roman Sardonyx Obelisks

This heavy and impressive crystal art object made mid-1950s is cast and then carved and engraved. The considerable amount of technical skill required shows a master at his craft. The hand created first then set with the globe second and after cooling the engraved longitude and latitude lines, continents and islands engraved creating the whole. Unsigned but completely worked by hand the piece is simple and dramatic without being overwhelming. It shows a considerable amount of wear on the ground smooth pontil but otherwise is in perfect condition. Condition Disclosure: While we do our best to carefully inspect and give a full report on the condition of any item we sell, pointing out any repairs or alterations that may had been done to the best of our knowledge, as is the case with any antique and vintage item, there is a possibility that at some point in the life of the piece that there may have been damage which has been professionally repaired and as such a repair undetectable it is therefore impossible for us to disclose... we recommend that you also read the 1st dibs user agreement...

This fine lovely English pole screen circa 1780 would have been used to block direct heat from fires when makeup often contained large portions of with wax. The face of the screen is composed of Quilled paper...

This pair of objects were made around 1900 to 1910 in Italy. They are crafted from hand-molded terra cotta that has been marbleized with colored slip and fired in low heat creating a...

An amazing depiction of a classical male figure done completely of collage of various torn papers. In a deep, highly carved frame with a grey ta...

This finely cast bronze shows great attention to detail. The seated figure is cast in a number of sections giving a level of natural grace only found in the finest works. The rest of the bronze is also cast in a number of sections creating a complete highly detailed form. The figure fully dressed in flowing pleated robes lounges...

This very large painting features as its main element ancient ruins, but also contains the bucolic elements and rusticated features so often associated w...

Pair of 19th century patinated and gilt hieroglyphed Roman obelisks having lapis lazuli panel inserts in base.

Pair of Italian circa 1980's etched mirror obelisks with foliage motif on four sides of body and base. Sold as pair. Measurements: Height: 21" Wi...

Pair of Italian etched mirror obelisks with foliage motif on four sides of body and base. Measures: 17" height 4.5" width of base.

Pair of checkered marble obelisks of different heights.

Very modern and sleek pair of acrylic obelisks. The pair are the perfect compliment to any space - interiors from modern to traditional.

This large scale pair of lucite obelisks date to the 1980s and will make a subtle statement with their scale and size.