Search 0
30,296  PAGES BROWSED TODAY PAGES TODAY • 29 ANTIQUES UPLOADED TODAYNEW ARRIVALS
Sorted by
Per page
DEALER LOGIN
Selling Antiques Logo
0
Saved
29 ITEMS ADDED TODAY
Home
Return
Dealer Login
500+ Shops
Dealers
Newly Added
0
Saved
Sort Order
Items Per Page
sellingantiques.co.uk
Browse Categories
Sort order
Items per page
ID #SA1176397
FOR SALE
£495
Email
Save
Pair of French Green Egyptian Onyx Obelisks
Tim Saltwell Antiques
for sale €579     $629
£495
Tim Saltwell Antiques

Tim Saltwell Antiques

Sellingantiques Verified Since Nov 2018
View Dealers Stock Page
  • About Us
    Specialists in 19th century english & continental furniture
  • Trade Associations
    Tim Saltwell Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA
Id #SA1176397
PDF SHARE
SAVE

Pair of French Green Egyptian Onyx Obelisks

1900 - 1920
Description

A good pair of French, green Egyptian onyx obelisks from the first quarter of the 20th century. In the Egyptian revival style, the stepped base with brass plinth, rising to a tapering pointed column. The fronts incised with pseudo hieroglyphics picked out in silver & gilt. Nibbles commensurate with age.

Height 18” (46cm)

Width 7” (18cm)

Depth 4 3/8” (11cm)

French

Circa 1920

Please email or phone for any further details regarding delivery/postage quotes.

Physical Dimensions
Height
46cm (18.11")
Width
18cm (7.09")
Depth
11cm (4.33")
Declaration

Tim Saltwell Antiques has dated these Green Onyx Egyptian Obelisks to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1176397
Dealers Internal Reference
Obelisks
Dealers Notes

Please contact us if you require more information.

Description
A good pair of French, green Egyptian onyx obelisks from the first quarter of the 20th century.
“
In the Egyptian revival style, the stepped base with brass plinth, rising to a tapering pointed column.
Tim Saltwell Antiques

The fronts incised with pseudo hieroglyphics picked out in silver & gilt. Nibbles commensurate with age.

Height 18” (46cm)

Width 7” (18cm)

Depth 4 3/8” (11cm)

French

Circa 1920

Please email or phone for any further details regarding delivery/postage quotes.

Height
46cm (18.11")
Width
18cm (7.09")
Depth
11cm (4.33")
Date of Manufacture

Tim Saltwell Antiques has dated these Green Onyx Egyptian Obelisks to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1176397
Dealers Internal Ref
Obelisks
Tim Saltwell Antiques
Tim Saltwell Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2018

Specialists in 19th century english & continental furniture

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Tim Saltwell Antiques Profile Page

Trade Associations

Tim Saltwell Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

PDF SHARE
SAVE
A pair of green onyx obelisks featuring hand-incised gilt Egyptian hieroglyphic details mounted on stepped rectangular bases.
1 / 8
Archive I A pair of green onyx obelisks featuring hand-incised gilt Egyptian hieroglyphic details mounted on stepped rectangular bases.

Pair of French Green Egyptian Onyx Obelisks

Archive II A pair of green onyx obelisks featuring hand-incised gilt Egyptian hieroglyphic details mounted on stepped rectangular bases. View II
Archive III A pair of green onyx obelisks featuring hand-incised gilt Egyptian hieroglyphic details mounted on stepped rectangular bases. View III
Archive IV A pair of green onyx obelisks featuring hand-incised gilt Egyptian hieroglyphic details mounted on stepped rectangular bases. View IV
Archive V A pair of green onyx obelisks featuring hand-incised gilt Egyptian hieroglyphic details mounted on stepped rectangular bases. View V
Archive VI A pair of green onyx obelisks featuring hand-incised gilt Egyptian hieroglyphic details mounted on stepped rectangular bases. View VI
Archive VII A pair of green onyx obelisks featuring hand-incised gilt Egyptian hieroglyphic details mounted on stepped rectangular bases. View VII
Archive VIII A pair of green onyx obelisks featuring hand-incised gilt Egyptian hieroglyphic details mounted on stepped rectangular bases. View VIII
Enlarged Archival View
Tim Saltwell Antiques

Tim Saltwell Antiques
Telephone 07860 796 536
Location
Arun
West Sussex
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/timsaltwellantiques
Verified Since Nov 2018
Items For Sale 67
Items Sold 411
Tim Saltwell Antiques
Tim Saltwell Antiques
Verified Since Nov 2018
View Dealer Info
Location: Arun, West Sussex, United Kingdom
Profile: sellingantiques.co.uk/timsaltwellantiques
Verified
Nov 2018
For Sale
67
Sold
411
A pair of green onyx obelisks featuring hand-incised gilt Egyptian hieroglyphic details mounted on stepped rectangular bases.
Pair of French green Egyptian Onyx Obelisks
Ref: SA1176397
A pair of green onyx obelisks featuring hand-incised gilt Egyptian hieroglyphic details mounted on stepped rectangular bases.
Detail View 1
Detail View 2
Detail View 3
Detail View 4
Detail View 5
Detail View 6
Detail View 7
Archival Detail

Strictly Vetted Dealers

Every single antique dealer on our platform is individually approved by our internal team. We verify their professional trade history, ethical standards, and photographic quality to ensure a secure, high-standard buying environment. Upon joining, every dealer agrees to a strict 9-point code of conduct. While issues can occasionally arise, our dealers typically resolve them swiftly and directly with the buyer. In fact, since our founding in 2002, Sellingantiques has only had to step in to help resolve an issue on roughly five occasions—a true testament to the quality of our dealers and their dedication to your happiness.

Secure Transit

Our dealers are highly experienced in packing and shipping fragile, high-value antiques. Because you are in direct contact with the dealer, you will be able to easily go through all available shipping and insurance options together to ensure your item arrives safely.

The Sustainable Choice

Antiques are the ultimate green purchase. By choosing historical pieces over newly manufactured goods, you completely eliminate the carbon footprint of modern mass production while preserving exceptional, timeless craftsmanship.

FAQs

Egyptian Revival obelisks gained prominence across Europe following Napoleons Egyptian Campaign in 1798 and subsequent archaeological discoveries. Craftsmen produced scaled stone obelisks as grand tour souvenirs and interior ornaments inspired by ancient monuments.

Decorative obelisks were commonly carved from natural stones such as green onyx, marble, porphyry, and alabaster. Surface decorations were often incised directly into the stone and filled with gold leaf gilding or contrasting pigments.

Authentic period pieces exhibit hand-engraved surface details, natural variations in stone veining, and traditional jointing methods on multi-tiered bases. Hand-finishing often leaves subtle tool marks along the edges and within the incised hieroglyphs.

Position a pair symmetrically on a fireplace mantelpiece, console table, or bookcase shelf to create geometric verticality. They complement dark timber surfaces, framed architectural prints, and classic library settings.

Dust green onyx regularly using a dry microfibre cloth. Avoid acidic chemical cleaners or water immersion, which can damage natural stone polishes and strip gilded inlay within carved grooves.
items
Add keywords to the filter
Price
£100
£250000
Era
Movements
Material
Origin
Stock Location
Freshness
Online Payments
Categories