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Pair of Large Orthoceras Obelisks

$10,211.27
£7,475
€8,788.35
CA$14,005.39
A$15,741.13
CHF 8,197.57
MX$191,451.10
NOK 104,897.91
SEK 99,474.13
DKK 65,590.46
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About the Item

A large pair of Orthoceras obelisks. This monumental pair are impressive decorative interior design pieces. With a timeless look in a mid-century modern style, these obelisks make a striking pair for properties old and new. You can just imagine them on different sized plinths showcasing a dynamic display combining natural history and sculpture. Formed over 370 million years ago, Orthoceras was an ancient cephalopod (mollusk) and ancestor to the modern-day squid! Additional information: The bases vary from 19cm to 20.5cm. Each obelisk weighs 89.5kg.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 58.67 in (149 cm)Width: 8.08 in (20.5 cm)Depth: 8.08 in (20.5 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950
  • Condition:
    Good structural condition. Lightly weathered. There are a couple of chips to the bases and a larger chip at the base of the obelisk pictured on the lower plinth. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses, scuffs, and scratches.
  • Seller Location:
    Wormelow, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 9357981stDibs: LU2096340139772

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