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Rouge de France Marble Pedestal, 18th Century

$38,500
£28,757.66
€33,339.92
CA$53,456.29
A$59,917.62
CHF 31,197.34
MX$731,619.74
NOK 396,092.93
SEK 375,460.47
DKK 248,751.89
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About the Item

This elegant Italian pedestal is hewn from a striking piece of Rouge de France marble. Quarried only in France, Rouge de France marble has been hotly sought-after since ancient times for the highly varied, vibrant colors and patterns that naturally occur in the stone. A cultural symbol of tradition and refined taste for centuries, many important monuments, objets d’art and masterpieces have been crafted from this fine, scarlet-hued marble. Measures: 16 1/8“ wide x 10 3/4” deep x 47 1/4“ high.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 47.25 in (120.02 cm)Width: 16.13 in (40.98 cm)Depth: 10.75 in (27.31 cm)
  • Style:
    Neoclassical (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    18th Century
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    New Orleans, LA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 30-92531stDibs: LU891125628942

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