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Pair of Grand Tour Porphyry and Sienna Marble Obelisks, Italian, 19th Century

$9,500
£7,049.37
€8,211.55
CA$13,224.07
A$14,726.19
CHF 7,664.17
MX$181,572.19
NOK 97,609.07
SEK 91,743.06
DKK 61,268.34
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About the Item

The porphyry obelisks on sienna 'marmo giallo' and porphyry base, condition: 2 small cracks on 1 base and a repair to the other on top of base. Condition commensurate with age and use.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 15.75 in (40.01 cm)Width: 3.25 in (8.26 cm)Depth: 3.25 in (8.26 cm)
  • Style:
    Grand Tour (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1880
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Spencertown, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 018091stDibs: LU1620226395192

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