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A pair of Grand Tour obelisks, Green Alps marble, Italy second half of 19th cent

$3,834.06
£2,854.21
€3,200
CA$5,251.70
A$5,841.04
CHF 3,050.01
MX$71,079.25
NOK 38,953.28
SEK 36,531.30
DKK 24,360.48
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About the Item

A pair of Grand Tour obelisks. Made of Green Alps marble. On the front side of the plinth, there is a bezel with a silver mask depicting the head of a lion. Italy second half of the 19th century.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 13 in (33.02 cm)Width: 3 in (7.62 cm)Depth: 3 in (7.62 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1870
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Milan, IT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU917134896102

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