Mid 20th Century Marble Pedestal With Twisted Column Design

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A finely carved white marble pedestal composed of three detachable sections — a circular base, a twisted or spiral column … Read more A finely carved white marble pedestal composed of three detachable sections — a circular base, a twisted or spiral column shaft, and a round display top — carved from solid marble with delicate gray veining. The piece stands 37 inches high and demonstrates balance, symmetry, and high-quality stone craftsmanship typical of mid-20th-century decorative marblework inspired by Neoclassical and Italianate Revival forms.

The combination of refined twisting fluting and clean, unadorned surfaces suggests it was produced in a European atelier catering to the export market, likely Italian.
The marble’s soft sheen and tight crystalline structure are consistent with Carrara-type white marble, prized for its purity and subtle veining.

While not bearing a visible maker’s mark, this pedestal’s proportional harmony and precise turning demonstrate the skill of a trained marble workshop. Such pieces were often sold through antique galleries and export firms across Europe and the Middle East See less