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Italian 19th century pair of very tall decorative marble obelisks

$10,018.29
£7,545.77
€8,500
CA$13,815.66
A$15,521.27
CHF 8,109.89
MX$189,444.35
NOK 102,971.88
SEK 96,926.33
DKK 64,698.77

About the Item

Monumental pair of obelisks veneered with following marbles:  pink marble of the Pyrenees, blue Turquin and yellow of Siena. A very decorative pair of tall obelisks that would look great in any interior. The obelisks are hollow and made in two parts so not very heavy, thanks to this they can be placed in any room or on any floor. Height: 67 inches, width: 14.17 inches, depth: 14.17 inches. Period late 19th century Italy
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 67 in (170.18 cm)Width: 14.17 in (36 cm)Depth: 14.17 in (36 cm)
  • Style:
    Neoclassical (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    unknown
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    PARIS, FR
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU8168237206912

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