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Italian 19th Century Alabaster, Porphyry and Marble Centerpiece

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An exquisite Italian mid 19th century alabaster, porphyry and marble centerpiece. The centerpiece is raised by a round moulded Breccia de Guillestre marble base with three rectangular mottled supports below. On top of the base are three rectangular Jaune de Valnce marble plates with each a marble lion resting on top, holding the scale of justice and declaration pages. In between each lion are three ormolu fitted urns. The middle of the centerpiece is a circular moulded Brocatelle Jaune du Jura marble column, with the word “Filangieri” carved, after the Italian jurist and philosopher Geatono Filangieri. All below the porphyry moulded support, holding up the Jaune de Valance marble statue of Geatano Filangieri dressed in the proper advocate attire.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 15.25 in (38.74 cm)Width: 13.5 in (34.29 cm)Depth: 13 in (33.02 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1800s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    West Palm Beach, FL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 52701stDibs: LU949926995192
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