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Egyptian Revival Black Rouge Griotte Marble Obelisk Grand Tour Pair 19th Century

About the Item

Egyptian Revival Black Rouge Griotte Marble Obelisk Grand Tour Pair 19th Century A pair of black marble obelisks decorated with bas-relief hieroglyphs continued to the plinth bases and inlaid with Rouge Griotte panels.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 16.15 in (41 cm)Width: 5.52 in (14 cm)Depth: 3.94 in (10 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Egyptian Revival (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1880
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Cheltenham, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU6909244041322

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