Mid-19th Century Obelisks

Pair of 19th century patinated and gilt hieroglyphed Roman obelisks having lapis lazuli panel inserts in base.

Pair of large marble obelisks. Made from solid Verde Antico marble with bronze neoclassical style decorative mounts on all four sides.

Tapered square obelisk in painted slate with faux malachite panels on three sides, rising from architectural pediments atop each side of the square plinth. The plinth is mounted on a...

19th century gilt wood carved architectural remnant shaped like a swirling acanthus leaf. The acanthus leaf is mounted to an iron base for decor. This would be great on an end tabl...

Beautiful pair of Italian Pietra Dura 19th century marble obelisks with mosaic design on a base. Great addition to your Classic table tops and interiors.

A large and high quality 19th century French Dore bronze Colonne de Juillet mounted as a lamp. The Colonne de Juillet is a monument in France in recognition of the Revolution of 1830. It stands in the middle of the Place de la Bastille, and recognizes the "three glorious" or Trois Glorieuses (July 27-29) which was the fall of Charles X the King of France and the commencement of King Louis-Philippe, "King of the French". It was built between the years 1835 and 1840. This piece is truly spectacular and embodies the true masterpiece of the original Colonne de Juillet. The columnar body rests on a round carrara marble socle, which holds-up the dore bronze column. The dore bronze column sits on a square marble base which steps up-to a carrara marble base with dore bronze medallions symbolizing the great country of France. The upper portion is ornamented with Barye lions...

A Large Pair of Antique Italian Grand Tour Period Multi-Marble Columns Turned to Lamps. These are truly beautiful in quality, size, condition, and material. Each is expertly hand-car...

French carved oak column display pedestal The pedestal is square in shape, the top has a 14” x 17” plinth so it is ideal to display a large ornament or similar The front and sid...

A pair of c. 1850, hand-carved, polished marble obelisks surmounted by gilt bronze armillary spheres. Each on raised bases embellished with strings...

Pair of wooden vase holding columns, entirely lacquered in chinoiserie style. Shaped, the base has a tall painted plinth with red and black cheque...

19th century carved mahogany pedestal torchere The column has a tight barley twist turning, both top and bottom are round, the top has a small lip...

A very unusual and quite large pair of Antique Russian Dore Bronze, Sienna marble and Jasper, Neoclassical style, Military Helmet (Trophy) form standin...

Sn4646 stylish rosewood plant stand / jardinière, having original brass gallery to the top and lift up centre enclosing original liner, above fine...

A Marvelous Pair of 19th Century Italian Grand Tour Rouge Marble Obelisks of Montecitorio w/ Hieroglyphics. This magnificent example of the grand tour souvenirs that were popular in the 19th century are very rare to find in this size, quality, condition and form. These obelisks are made from a beautiful rouge marble and are adorned with intricate hieroglyphics, adding to their unique and exotic appeal. Each obelisk stands at an impressive height, making them an imposing decorative item for any room. The base of each obelisk is square-shaped and has a stepped design, adding to their visual interest. The obelisks also have a tapered shape, which is typical of ancient Egyptian obelisks. The hieroglyphics that adorn the obelisks are expertly carved and add to their historical appeal. The hieroglyphics are a form of ancient Egyptian writing, and they were commonly used to decorate ancient Egyptian monuments...