Description
Continental, 19th century.
A grand tour era (possibly Italian) obelisk constructed with a stepped black marble square base, a highly decorated mixed material stem which consists of malachite, lapis, granite, marble and other semi-precious stones. Accenting the Inlaid column is floral / foliate motifs inset by malachite and other semi-precious stones.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Some areas of flea bites and wear commensurate with age and handling.
Origin:
Italy
Materials & Techniques:
Black Marble, Granite, Malachite
Details:
Country of Origin: Italy
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
A grand tour era (possibly Italian) obelisk constructed with a stepped black marble square base, a highly decorated mixed material stem which consists of malachite, lapis, granite, marble and other semi-precious stones. Accenting the Inlaid column is floral / foliate motifs inset by malachite and other semi-precious stones.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Some areas of flea bites and wear commensurate with age and handling.
Origin:
Italy
Materials & Techniques:
Black Marble, Granite, Malachite
Details:
Country of Origin: Italy
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Some areas of flea bites and wear commensurate with age and handling.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
12.5 x 5 x 3.88 in
Grand Tour Era, Mixed Specimen Marble & Gemstone Obelisk
Estimate $600-$1,430
Starting Price
$300
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Heirloom Interiors: The Fall Edit
Sep 4, 2026, 7:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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