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Item Ships From: Louisiana
Agate Grand Tour Obelisks
Located in New Orleans, LA
These impressive Egyptian Revival obelisks are crafted of dynamically patterned agate. The rare 19th-century models were almost certainly made in Italy during the height of the Grand Tour when the fervor for all things ancient pervaded the decorative arts. Rich in neoclassical elegance yet possessing an exotic worldliness, pieces such as these were extremely popular as Grand Tour souvenirs among members of the British aristocracy...
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19th Century Italian Egyptian Revival Antique Louisiana Natural Specimens

Materials

Agate

Agate Grand Tour Obelisks
Agate Grand Tour Obelisks

Agate Grand Tour Obelisks

$12,850
Venetian Wood Sculpture
Located in New Orleans, LA
An exceptional and monumental Venetian wood sculpture surmounted by two putti holding a footed tray. The base is decorated with a bas-relief of the view ...
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19th Century Italian Other Antique Louisiana Natural Specimens

Materials

Wood

Venetian Wood Sculpture
Venetian Wood Sculpture

Venetian Wood Sculpture

$14,500
Nautilus on 18th Century Fragment Stand
Located in New Orleans, LA
Natural shell mounted on antique fragment. One side of shell has been damaged.
Category

20th Century French Louisiana Natural Specimens

Materials

Shell, Wood

Nautilus on 18th Century Fragment Stand
Nautilus on 18th Century Fragment Stand

Nautilus on 18th Century Fragment Stand

$850
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Natural Red Coral Mounted on 18th Century Giltwood Fragment
Located in Bradenton, FL
A hand-crafted sculpture specimen of natural red coral branches mounted on a 18th century giltwood urn fragment base with sea shell trim.
Category

20th Century Italian Organic Modern Louisiana Natural Specimens

Materials

Coral

Natural Red Coral Mounted on 18th Century Giltwood Fragment
Natural Red Coral Mounted on 18th Century Giltwood Fragment

Natural Red Coral Mounted on 18th Century Giltwood Fragment

$1,250
H 10.5 in W 4.5 in D 3 in
Rock Crystal Obelisks, Pair, French
Located in Montreal, Quebec
Fine large pair of neoclassical rock crystal obelisks with square base. Very harmonious proportions, exquisite clarity, Fren...
Category

Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Louisiana Natural Specimens

Materials

Rock Crystal

Rock Crystal Obelisks, Pair, French
Rock Crystal Obelisks, Pair, French

Rock Crystal Obelisks, Pair, French

$12,000 / set
H 22 in W 6 in D 6 in
French, 18th Century Carved Stone Head Fragment
Located in Buisson, FR
Magnificent carved stone head fragment with a very beautiful and strong expression. France, circa 1750. Beautiful weathered and small losses. Measurement is with the wooden base. H:3...
Category

18th Century French Baroque Antique Louisiana Natural Specimens

Materials

Stone

French, 18th Century Carved Stone Head Fragment
French, 18th Century Carved Stone Head Fragment

French, 18th Century Carved Stone Head Fragment

$1,149 Sale Price
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H 12.6 in W 7.88 in D 5.52 in
Natural Coral Mounted On 18th Century Fragment
Located in Bradenton, FL
A rather large hand-crafted sculpture specimen of natural coral branches mounted on a 18th century wooden fragment base.
Category

20th Century Italian Organic Modern Louisiana Natural Specimens

Materials

Coral

Natural Coral Mounted On 18th Century Fragment
Natural Coral Mounted On 18th Century Fragment

Natural Coral Mounted On 18th Century Fragment

$3,200
H 22.5 in W 19 in D 9 in
1950s Polished Banded Agate Obelisk
Located in Charlottesville, VA
Small slender obelisk carved from banded agate, showcasing natural striations in warm tones of red, orange, and cream. The surface is finely polished to highlight the vivid layers an...
Category

1950s Italian Vintage Louisiana Natural Specimens

Materials

Agate

1950s Polished Banded Agate Obelisk
1950s Polished Banded Agate Obelisk

1950s Polished Banded Agate Obelisk

$125
H 6 in W 1.5 in D 1.5 in
Pair Of Italian Grand Tour Marble Obelisks
Located in Essex, MA
Typical form with different marbles.
Category

19th Century Italian Grand Tour Antique Louisiana Natural Specimens

Materials

Marble

Pair Of Italian Grand Tour Marble Obelisks
Pair Of Italian Grand Tour Marble Obelisks

Pair Of Italian Grand Tour Marble Obelisks

$2,800 / set
H 15.25 in W 4.38 in D 4.38 in
A Pair Of Grand Tour Variegated Marble Obelisks
Located in Bradenton, FL
A Pair Of 19th Century Black Variegated Marble Grand Tour Obelisks with applied bronze finials and hooks. Each features the profiles in relief of Greek philosophers. One with bust of...
Category

19th Century Italian Grand Tour Antique Louisiana Natural Specimens

Materials

Alabaster, Marble

A Pair Of Grand Tour Variegated Marble Obelisks
A Pair Of Grand Tour Variegated Marble Obelisks

A Pair Of Grand Tour Variegated Marble Obelisks

$5,900 / set
H 24 in W 8 in D 8 in
Natural Red Coral Mounted on 18th Century Giltwood Fragment
Located in Bradenton, FL
A hand-crafted sculpture specimen of natural red coral branches mounted on a 18th century giltwood urn fragment base.
Category

20th Century Italian Organic Modern Louisiana Natural Specimens

Materials

Coral

Natural Red Coral Mounted on 18th Century Giltwood Fragment
Natural Red Coral Mounted on 18th Century Giltwood Fragment

Natural Red Coral Mounted on 18th Century Giltwood Fragment

$775
H 15 in W 6 in D 6 in
Selenite Obelisk Pair
Located in New York, NY
Selenite Obelisk: Each measures: 2.25" x 2.25" x 12" H.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Louisiana Natural Specimens

Materials

Stone

Selenite Obelisk Pair
Selenite Obelisk Pair

Selenite Obelisk Pair

$1,200
H 12 in W 2.5 in D 2.5 in
Natural Malachite Obelisk Mineral Specimen
Located in Point Richmond, CA
This one-of-a-kind malachite obelisk is one of the best I have come across, with pleasing proportions, a regal design, and a degree of complexity requiring greater skill and precisio...
Category

20th Century European Other Louisiana Natural Specimens

Materials

Malachite, Onyx

Natural Malachite Obelisk Mineral Specimen
Natural Malachite Obelisk Mineral Specimen

Natural Malachite Obelisk Mineral Specimen

$2,600
H 15.75 in W 3.75 in D 3.75 in
Abstract Wood Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
A brown/light brown abstract wood sculpture with center cut-out on a black wood base. A great piece for a shelf, table/credenza, etc. Dimensions: 3.88" Depth x 4.94" Width x 13" Heig...
Category

Early 2000s Louisiana Natural Specimens

Materials

Metal

Abstract Wood Sculpture
Abstract Wood Sculpture

Abstract Wood Sculpture

$332
H 13 in W 4.94 in D 3.88 in
A pair of Grand Tour obelisks, Italy second half of 19th century.
Located in Milan, IT
A pair of Grand Tour obelisks. Made of red Levanto marble and black Belgian marble. Italy second half of the 19th century.
Category

Late 19th Century Italian Antique Louisiana Natural Specimens

Materials

Marble, Belgian Black Marble

A pair of Grand Tour obelisks, Italy second half of 19th century.
A pair of Grand Tour obelisks, Italy second half of 19th century.

A pair of Grand Tour obelisks, Italy second half of 19th century.

$4,243
H 19.75 in W 4.75 in D 4.75 in
Previously Available Items
Mother of Pearl Nautilus on Antique Fragment Stand
Located in New Orleans, LA
Beautiful natural shell mounted on an 18th Century Fragment.
Category

20th Century French Louisiana Natural Specimens

Materials

Shell, Wood

Mother of Pearl Nautilus on Antique Fragment Stand
Mother of Pearl Nautilus on Antique Fragment Stand

Mother of Pearl Nautilus on Antique Fragment Stand

H 13.5 in W 8 in D 4 in
Pair of Fossilized Ammonites on Iron Stand
Located in New Orleans, LA
Fossilized ammonite specimen on minimal iron stand. Timeless chic accessory. Purchased in Paris, France.
Category

15th Century and Earlier Antique Louisiana Natural Specimens

Materials

Iron

Pair of Fossilized Ammonites on Iron Stand
Pair of Fossilized Ammonites on Iron Stand

Pair of Fossilized Ammonites on Iron Stand

H 15 in W 9.75 in D 3 in
Pair of Set English Trophy Hunt Horn Epergne Brass Renaissance Soldier
Located in Shreveport, LA
Direct from England, just arrived in our most recent container, we have several of these fabulous antique ‘hunt horns”, extremely sought after as unique acce...
Category

1890s English Renaissance Antique Louisiana Natural Specimens

Materials

Brass

Pair of Set English Trophy Hunt Horn Epergne Brass Renaissance Soldier
Pair of Set English Trophy Hunt Horn Epergne Brass Renaissance Soldier

Pair of Set English Trophy Hunt Horn Epergne Brass Renaissance Soldier

H 13.5 in W 8 in D 5 in
19th Century Pair Set English Trophy Hunt Horn Epergne Brass Renaissance Cherub
Located in Shreveport, LA
Direct from England, just arrived in our most recent container, we have several of these fabulous antique ‘hunt horns”, extremely sought after as unique accessories for a library, den or office!.~ ~History – In 19th century Europe these antique trophies were made to be placed in the bookcase, or atop the mantel or on a desk, as a ‘trophy’ from hunting exploits, rather than the more common practice today of making wall mounts. ~This is a PAIR of horns, with grooved cup brass bases below the shaped flutes with reticulated edge top. FULL figure cherubs with one hand on hip and one outstretched arm that holds the round brass banding for the horn!~ ~Brass bands have crimped edges and BIRD FINIALS to tighten the bands~ ~Horn tops are rimmed with brass caps have lower draped scalloped edges and upper gothic trim~ ~Outstanding curve and colouring to each horn!!~ ~c1890~ Measurements: Approx. 16.75”height x 10.5” span x 4”. Horn is maybe 14”long; base footprint 4” diameter; mouth opening 2.5” x 2”. (THIS LISTING IS FOR THE TROPHY PAIR...
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1890s English Renaissance Antique Louisiana Natural Specimens

Materials

Brass

19th Century Pair Set English Trophy Hunt Horn Epergne Brass Renaissance Cherub
19th Century Pair Set English Trophy Hunt Horn Epergne Brass Renaissance Cherub

19th Century Pair Set English Trophy Hunt Horn Epergne Brass Renaissance Cherub

H 16.75 in W 10.5 in D 4 in
Pair of Victorian 19th Century Glass Domes with Sailor Shell Flowers
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
Also known as Sailor's Valentines, these works of art are meticulously fashioned from hundreds of sea shells that are made into intricate floral arrangements that sailors would bring...
Category

19th Century English Victorian Antique Louisiana Natural Specimens

Pair of Victorian 19th Century Glass Domes with Sailor Shell Flowers
Pair of Victorian 19th Century Glass Domes with Sailor Shell Flowers

Pair of Victorian 19th Century Glass Domes with Sailor Shell Flowers

H 17.88 in W 10.5 in D 5.5 in

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