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Carved Red Marble Throne with Two Sphinxes

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Carved red marble throne with two sphinxes. Two mythological figures with the body of a lion and a female bust decorate the arms of the throne. Above each sphinx, a scroll visually connects the lower area with the backrest, decorated with small rock formations and a central mirror with vegetal elements. The seat shows a frieze of eggs. The work refers to ancient examples such as the throne of the priest of Bacchus in the Getty Museum, for example." · Size: 100 x 76 x 124 cm.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 48.82 in (124 cm)Width: 39.38 in (100 cm)Depth: 29.93 in (76 cm)
  • Style:
    Neoclassical Revival (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    Madrid, ES
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: M00091stDibs: LU2951324462602

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