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Pietra Dura obelisks, Derbyshire , England circa 1840

$1,978.99
£1,450
€1,689.64
CA$2,730.12
A$2,990.33
CHF 1,574.41
MX$35,688.56
NOK 20,064.41
SEK 18,341.90
DKK 12,626.17

About the Item

A pair of English Derbyshire Pietra Dura obelisks. Specimen stones have been inlaid into the Derbyshire black marble in the form of flowers and leaves. Set on a stepped black marble base. Probably Matlock circa 1840
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 14.5 in (36.83 cm)Width: 5 in (12.7 cm)Depth: 5 in (12.7 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1840
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2015341818932

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