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Mid-Century Seashell Covered Obelisks
Located in Palm Beach, FL
The iconic architectural form of the obelisk, here encrusted in a sophisticated design, with exotic
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Shell
$3,400 / set
Grand Tour Pietra Dura Stone Obelisks
Located in Astoria, NY
Pair of Continental Grand Tour style black slate obelisk sculptures, each featuring tapering
Category
Antique Late 19th Century European Grand Tour Natural Specimens
Materials
Stone, Marble
$1,440 / set
Pair of Monumental Rock Crystal Obelisks
Located in Astoria, NY
Monumental pair of rock crystal obelisks in Grand Tour or Egyptian Revival taste.
Category
20th Century Egyptian Revival Natural Specimens
Materials
Rock Crystal
$41,500 / set
Collection of Semi Precious Stone Obelisks
Located in New York, NY
Collection of various exotic stones including Lapis, onyx, quartz etc Obelisks, 224total ranging in
Category
Mid-20th Century Natural Specimens
Materials
Stone
$1,500 / set
Neoclassical Georgian Inlaid Wooden Obelisks, Pair
By Maitland Smith
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning pair of neoclassical, Grand Tour, or Georgian style lacquered inlaid wooden obelisks
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Natural Specimens
Materials
Wood
Contemporary Large Black Obsidian Obelisk / Crystal Point
Located in Toronto, ON
/ obelisk. Gorgeous in a collection, or as a stand alone statement piece. Obelisks are symbols of protection
Category
2010s American Natural Specimens
Materials
Stone
Contemporary Medium Green Onyx Obelisk / Crystal Point
Located in Toronto, ON
Invite healing energy into your home with a contemporary small green onyx crystal point / obelisk
Category
2010s American Natural Specimens
Materials
Onyx
Contemporary Large Green Onyx Obelisk / Crystal Point
Located in Toronto, ON
Invite healing energy into your home with a contemporary large green onyx crystal point / obelisk
Category
2010s American Natural Specimens
Materials
Onyx
Open-Centre Agate and Amethyst Mineral Obelisk
Located in New York, NY
This mineral obelisk is open from front to back with agate on the outside and amethyst on the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Organic Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Agate, Amethyst
Contemporary Large Smoky Quartz Obelisk / Crystal Point
Located in Toronto, ON
A contemporary large smoky quartz crystal point / obelisk. Gorgeous in a collection, or as a stand
Category
2010s American Natural Specimens
Materials
Quartz
Contemporary Large Chevron Amethyst Obelisk / Crystal Point
Located in Toronto, ON
A contemporary large chevron amethyst crystal point / obelisk. Gorgeous in a collection, or as a
Category
2010s American Natural Specimens
Materials
Amethyst
Contemporary Large Chevron Amethyst Obelisk / Crystal Point
Located in Toronto, ON
A contemporary large chevron amethyst crystal point / obelisk. Gorgeous in a collection, or as a
Category
2010s American Natural Specimens
Materials
Amethyst
Neoclassical Solid Marble Black and Gray Obelisk
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning neoclassical style solid marble black & gray obelisk
Measures: 3"W x 3"D x 12.13"H
Category
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Natural Specimens
Materials
Marble
Obelisks in Clear Hand Polished Rock Crystal
Located in Astoria, NY
A pair of rock crystal obelisks in neoclassical form dating from circa 1980s. Each has been hand
Category
Vintage 1980s Unknown Neoclassical Revival Natural Specimens
Materials
Rock Crystal
Neoclassical Solid Marble Black and Gray Obelisk
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning neoclassical style or Grand Tour style solid marble black & gray obelisk
Measures: 3
Category
Late 20th Century Pakistani Grand Tour Natural Specimens
Materials
Marble
Neoclassical Solid Marble Cream and Gray Obelisk
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning neoclassical or Grand Tour style solid marble cream & gray obelisk
Late 20th Century
Category
Late 20th Century Pakistani Neoclassical Natural Specimens
Materials
Marble
Set of 5 Obelisks – Red Quartz Fire
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This set of five red quartz obelisks immediately captivates the eye with the intensity of their
Category
2010s Organic Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Stone
$1,546 / set
Italian Neoclassical Style Obelisks in Extinct Brown Alabaster
Located in Astoria, NY
Italian 19th century pair of neoclassical style obelisks made in rare extinct brown alabaster. The
Category
Antique 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Natural Specimens
Materials
Alabaster
Large scale Rock Crystal Obelisks on inlaid bases
Located in Houston, TX
Exceptional and large scale pair of rock crystal obelisks
Set on inlaid mosaic plinths. The
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Natural Specimens
Materials
Rock Crystal
Neoclassical Solid Marble Onyx Green and Brown Obelisk
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning neoclassical or Grand Tour style solid marble onyx green & brown obelisk
Measures: 3"W
Category
Late 20th Century Pakistani Grand Tour Natural Specimens
Materials
Marble
Neoclassical Solid Marble Black and Gray Obelisks, Pair
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning pair of neoclassical style or Grand Tour style solid marble black & gray obelisks
Category
Late 20th Century Pakistani Grand Tour Natural Specimens
Materials
Marble
Exceptional Pair of Obelisk Shaped Fossil Sculptures 1980s
Located in New York, NY
Impressive pair of obelisk shaped polished extinct fossil sculptures (Orthoceras) with beautiful
Category
Vintage 1980s Swedish Prehistoric Natural Specimens
Materials
Stone
Contemporary Group of Large Green Onyx Obelisks / Crystal Points
Located in Toronto, ON
/ obelisks. Obelisks are symbols of protection, defence and stability. Crystal points are often used to
Category
2010s American Natural Specimens
Materials
Onyx
Neoclassical Grand Tour Solid Marble Gray and White Obelisk
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning neoclassical or Grand Tour style solid marble gray and white obelisk
Measures: 3"W x 3
Category
Late 20th Century Pakistani Grand Tour Natural Specimens
Materials
Marble
Neoclassical Grand Tour Solid Marble Pink and Cream Obelisk
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning neoclassical Grand Tour style solid marble pink & cream obelisk
Late 20th Century
Category
Late 20th Century Mexican Grand Tour Natural Specimens
Materials
Onyx, Marble
Neoclassical Grand Tour Solid Marble Pink and Cream Obelisk
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning neoclassical Grand Tour style solid marble pink & cream obelisk
Late 20th Century
Category
Late 20th Century Mexican Grand Tour Natural Specimens
Materials
Onyx, Marble
Neoclassical Grand Tour Solid Marble Pink and Cream Obelisk
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning neoclassical Grand Tour style solid marble pink & cream obelisk
Late 20th Century
Category
Late 20th Century Mexican Grand Tour Natural Specimens
Materials
Onyx, Marble
Neoclassical Solid Marble Onyx Green and Brown Obelisks, Pair
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning pair of neoclassical or Grand Tour style solid marble onyx green & brown obelisks
Category
Late 20th Century Pakistani Grand Tour Natural Specimens
Materials
Marble
Continental Neoclassical Rock Crystal Obelisks on Rock Crystal Balls
Located in Astoria, NY
Continental neoclassical pair of rock crystal obelisks in hexagonal shape, each mounted on six
Category
Early 20th Century European Neoclassical Natural Specimens
Materials
Rock Crystal, Bronze
Modernist Faceted Translucent Rock Crystal Obelisk on Volumetric Lucite Base
Located in New York, NY
This elegant modernist rock crystal obelisk was produced in Brazil, where many of the finest
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Organic Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Quartz
Black and Gray Fossilized Marble Obelisks, Italy, Mid-20th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
A pair of black marble obelisks with gray veining and fossilized inclusions. These were lamps with
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Natural Specimens
Materials
Marble
Neoclassical Grand Tour Solid Marble Pink and Cream Obelisks, a Pair
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning pair of neoclassical Grand Tour style solid marble pink & cream obelisks
Late 20th
Category
Late 20th Century Mexican Grand Tour Natural Specimens
Materials
Onyx, Marble
Pair of Obelisks with Branches of Mediterranean Red Coral, Italy 1700
Located in Milan, IT
Pair of Wunderkammer display cases, two obelisks with branches of Mediterranean red coral
Category
Antique Early 18th Century Italian Natural Specimens
Materials
Coral
Pair of Obelisks Encrusted with Atlantic Bay Scallops from Long Island Beaches
Located in New York, NY
Shell encrusted obelisks made for Creel and Gow. The small shells were collected from various South
Category
2010s American Rustic Natural Specimens
Materials
Copper
Wonderful Large Pair of Octagonal Cut Natural Rock Crystal Obelisks Fine Spike
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful large pair of octagonal cut natural rock crystal obelisks in the Mid-Century Modern
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Rock Crystal
Pair of Italian Specimen Marble Obelisks, 20th Century
Located in Spencertown, NY
the pair with gray and white bases and inlaid varieties of marble above.
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Architectural Models
Materials
Marble
Pair of Italian Marble Specimen Obelisks
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of Italian Marble Specimen Obelisks, of various variegated colored marbles on black stone
Category
Vintage 1920s Italian Obelisks
Materials
Marble
Vintage Pair of Marble Specimen Obelisks, after Mongiardino
Located in Spencertown, NY
The black marble background and base with alternating circular and straight lined patterns on each side.
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Natural Specimens
Materials
Marble
Italian Specimen Marble Obelisks
Located in Rochester, NY
A beautiful pair of Italian specimen marble obelisks with gray and white bases and inlaid varieties
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Obelisks
Materials
Stone, Marble
Pair of Italian Specimen Marble Obelisks in Pastel Colors
Located in London, London
Pair of obelisks
Nine specimen marble pieces
Subtle pastel colors,
Italian,
Early 20th
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Grand Tour Obelisks
Materials
Marble
Pair Antique Pietra Dura Marble Specimen Stone Desk Obelisks Derbyshire 1840
Located in Portland, OR
A fine pair of antique black marble and specimen stone obelisks, Derbyshire, circa 1840.
This pair
Category
Antique 1840s English Grand Tour Obelisks
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Marble
Antique Pietra Dura Marble Specimen Stone Desk Obelisk Ashford Derbyshire 1860
Located in Portland, OR
A fine & large antique black marble and specimen stone desk obelisk, Ashford Derbyshire, circa 1860
Category
Antique 1860s English Victorian Obelisks
Materials
Agate, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Marble, Carrara Marble, Griotte Marble, ...
Collection of 7 Specimen Marble Obelisks
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This group of marble obelisks range in size from 3" to 9" tall. the marble specimens also include
Category
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Natural Specimens
Materials
Marble
Pair of Monumental Italian Specimen Marble Obelisks, Circa 1950s, H-69.75 inches
Located in Dallas, TX
specimens that form the traditional tapering obelisk shape topped by a pyramidion. Both pillars have
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Neoclassical Obelisks
Materials
Marble
Group of 7 Specimen Marble-Table Top Obelisks
Located in Miami Beach, FL
7 specimen marble obelisks of tiger's eye, sodalite and breccia antica. Heights range from 4.5" to
Category
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Natural Specimens
Materials
Marble
Grand Tour Specimen Marble and Porphyry Obelisk, 19th Century
Located in Spencertown, NY
The obelisk inlaid with granite, red and green porphyry on a ground of white and yellow marbles.
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Natural Specimens
Materials
Marble
Blue Aragonite Obelisk
Located in New York, NY
sourced from Afghanistan like this specimen is especially known for its quality and vibrancy of color
Category
2010s Afghan Natural Specimens
Materials
Crystal
Neoclassical Revival Stone Obelisks
Located in Astoria, NY
Neoclassical revival pair of stone obelisks. The pair was made in the 20th century and is in great
Category
20th Century Neoclassical Revival Natural Specimens
Materials
Stone
Modern Onyx Marble Obelisk Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful modern onyx marble stone obelisk sculpture piece in neutral colors. Obelisk measures: 6
Category
20th Century Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Alabaster, Marble, Stone, Onyx
Pair of Rock Crystal Obelisks
Located in New York, NY
A pair of carved rock crystal obelisk.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Natural Specimens
Blue Onyx Hand Carved Obelisk
Located in New York, NY
Blue onyx hand carved obelisk, size: 2.25" x 2.25" x 13".
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Natural Specimens
Materials
Onyx
Polished Crystal Quartz Obelisk Point
By Interi
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
Polished crystal quartz obelisk point.
The polished quartz crystal point is from Brazil. It is
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Rock Crystal
Contemporary Large Black Obsidian Obelisk / Crystal Point
Located in Toronto, ON
/ obelisk. Gorgeous in a collection, or as a stand alone statement piece. Obelisks are symbols of protection
Category
2010s American Natural Specimens
Materials
Stone
Contemporary Large Black Obsidian Obelisk / Crystal Point
Located in Toronto, ON
/ obelisk. Gorgeous in a collection, or as a stand alone statement piece. Obelisks are symbols of protection
Category
2010s American Natural Specimens
Materials
Stone
Victorian Shell Obelisk with Tin Type Photographs
Located in West Palm Beach, US
Victorian Shell Obelisk with Tin Type Photographs
This unique Victorian shell obelisk features
Category
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Natural Specimens
Materials
Shell
Exposed Core Amethyst and Agate Mineral Obelisk
Located in New York, NY
Mineral obelisk with an exposed core of amethyst and an agate exterior.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Organic Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Agate, Amethyst
Pair of Ormolu Mounted Rock Crystal Obelisk
Located in New York, NY
A pair of rock crystal obelisks with fine carved metal decoration, created by Phoenix Gallery, NYC.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Natural Specimens
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Specimen Obelisk For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the specimen obelisk you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of stone, marble and quartz, every specimen obelisk was constructed with great care. There are 42 variations of the antique or vintage specimen obelisk you’re looking for, while we also have 6 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the specimen obelisk you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Each specimen obelisk bearing Neoclassical, Mid-Century Modern or Modern hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one specimen obelisk that is appealing in its simplicity, but Nature produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Specimen Obelisk?
Prices for a specimen obelisk start at $275 and top out at $49,547 with the average selling for $3,519.
Finding the Right Sculptures for You
Styling your home with vintage, new and antique sculptures means adding a touch that can meaningfully transform the space. By introducing a sculptural work as a decorative finish to any interior, you’re making a statement, whether you tend toward the dramatic or prefer to keep things casual with modest, understated art.
A single, one-of-a-kind three-dimensional figurative sculpture mounted on your dining room wall is a guaranteed conversation piece, while a trio of abstract works arranged on your living room bookshelves can add spontaneity to the collection of first-edition novels or artist monographs you’re displaying as well as draw attention to them. Figurative sculptures are representational works that portray a specific person, animal or object. And while decorating with busts, which are sculpted or cast figurative works, hasn’t exactly topped the list of design trends every year, busts are back. According to designer Timothy Corrigan, “They give humanity in a way that a more abstract sculpture can’t give.” Abstract sculptures, on the other hand, are not meant to show something specific. Instead, they invoke a mood or scene without directly stating what they are portraying.
Busts made of stone or metal may not seem like a good fit for your existing decor. Fortunately, there are many ways for a seemingly incongruous piece to fit in with the rest of your room’s theme. You can embrace a dramatic piece by making it the focal point of the room, or you can choose to incorporate several elements made out of the same material to create harmony in your space. If an antique or more dramatic piece doesn’t feel like you, why not opt for works comprising plastic, fiberglass or other more modern materials?
When incorporating sculpture into the design of your home — be it the playful work of auction hero and multimedia visionary KAWS, contemporary fiber art from Connecticut dealer browngrotta arts or still-life sculpture on a budget — consider proper lighting, which can bring out the distinctive aspects of your piece that deserve attention. And make sure you know how the size and form of the sculpture will affect your space in whole. If you choose a sculpture with dramatic design elements, such as sharp angles or bright colors, for example, try to better integrate this new addition by echoing those elements in the rest of your room’s design.
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