Details
Description
A very impressive and stylish pair of obelisks
Finely shaped from black stone, likely slate, with exquisitely carved Ancient Egyptian …
Read more
A very impressive and stylish pair of obelisks
Finely shaped from black stone, likely slate, with exquisitely carved Ancient Egyptian iconography and pictographs highlighted with gilt
Circa 1850's-1870's, French. Second Empire, Napoleon III period
All original
Measurements: Approx. 15.75" tall x 3.5" x 3.5" the square base
The pair weighs about 12 lbs. 8 oz.
Condition: Very Good overall. Please see photos. Some wear and minor flakes, here and there around the edges, altogether commensurate with age and use. No major defects or restoration. All original.
See less
- Dimensions
- 3.5ʺW × 3.5ʺD × 15.75ʺH
- Period
- Late 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- France
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Stone
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Black
- Condition Notes
- Very Good overall. Please see photos. Some wear and minor flakes, here and there around the edges, altogether commensurate with … moreVery Good overall. Please see photos. Some wear and minor flakes, here and there around the edges, altogether commensurate with age and use. No major defects or restoration. All original. less
Questions about the item?
Returns & Cancellations
Return Policy - All sales are final 48 hours after delivery, unless otherwise specified in the description of the product.