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Pair of Grand Tour Egyptian Porphyry Obelisks, 19th Century

About the Item

The pair of obelisks with gilt lion faces on front base and gilt lion paws at corners, signed indistinctly. Rome dated 1893.

Dimensions:
Height: 20 in (50.8 cm)Width: 4 in (10.16 cm)Depth: 4 in (10.16 cm)
Sold As:
Set of 2
Style:
Grand Tour (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Bronze,Porphyry,Gilt
Place of Origin:
Italy
Period:
1890-1899
Date of Manufacture:
Late 19th Century
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses.
Seller Location:
Spencertown, NY
Reference Number:
Seller: porphyry obelisks1stDibs: LU162028364173

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