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Monumental Marble Inlaid Obelisks, Grand Tour Style

About the Item

Unique monumental Italian 19th Century Grand Tour Style Specimen marble inlaid obelisks. Marble is precisely cut and inlaid into a fine two-toned wood veneer border. The artist spares no attention to detail by meticulously matching the marble inlays of the pair. The obelisk point is hollow and easily from its solid wood base for shipping purposes. Minor wear commensurate with age and use of piece. The pair of obelisks will make a grand statement in any large estate.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 101 in (256.54 cm)Width: 19.3 in (49.03 cm)Depth: 19.3 in (49.03 cm)
  • Style:
    Grand Tour (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Late 19th Century possibly earlier
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    El Monte, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU7796233335952

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