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Pair of Porphyry and Yellow Marble Columns, 19th Century

About the Item

The grand tour porphyry columns with yellow marble Corinthian capitals and bases on black slate and gray Brescia ogee formed squares. Measures: height: 16” base: 3 1/4” square.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 16 in (40.64 cm)Width: 3.25 in (8.26 cm)Depth: 3.25 in (8.26 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Grand Tour (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1880
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor chips to base. Wear commensurate with age.
  • Seller Location:
    Spencertown, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 019131stDibs: LU1620233154262

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