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Pair of Large 19th Century Derbyshire Pietra Dura Marble Obelisks
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Pair of Large 19th Century Derbyshire Pietra Dura Marble Obelisks

19th century
Description

A pair of large 19th Century English obelisks with Pietra Dura floral inlay and raised on stepped bases.

English. Circa 1880.

Physical Dimensions
Height
70cm (27.56")
Width
23cm (9.06")
Depth
23cm (9.06")
Declaration

Judy Fox Antiques has dated these Pietra Dura Marble Obelisks to the 19th Century.

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SA770736
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Judy Fox Antiques has been trading at No.81 Portobello Road since 1971. We deal in top quality Victorian and Edwardian furniture as well as decorative 19th century sculpture and objets d'art.

The majority of our extensive stock has been sympathetically restored and is, therefore, in showroom condition.

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Description
A pair of large 19th Century English obelisks with Pietra Dura floral inlay and raised on stepped bases.

English. Circa 1880.

Height
70cm (27.56")
Width
23cm (9.06")
Depth
23cm (9.06")
Date of Manufacture

Judy Fox Antiques has dated these Pietra Dura Marble Obelisks to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA770736
Judy Fox Antiques
Judy Fox Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2018

We deal in top quality victorian and edwardian furniture as well as decorative 19th century sculpture and objets d'art.

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Judy Fox Antiques Profile Page

Trade Associations

Judy Fox Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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A pair of tall nineteenth-century black marble obelisks featuring botanical floral pietra dura inlays, supported by stepped marble bases.
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Archive I A pair of tall nineteenth-century black marble obelisks featuring botanical floral pietra dura inlays, supported by stepped marble bases.

Pair of Large 19th Century Derbyshire Pietra Dura Marble Obelisks

Archive II A pair of tall nineteenth-century black marble obelisks featuring botanical floral pietra dura inlays, supported by stepped marble bases. View II
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Archive V A pair of tall nineteenth-century black marble obelisks featuring botanical floral pietra dura inlays, supported by stepped marble bases. View V
Archive VI A pair of tall nineteenth-century black marble obelisks featuring botanical floral pietra dura inlays, supported by stepped marble bases. View VI
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Judy Fox Antiques

Judy Fox Antiques
Telephone 020 7229 8130
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81 Portobello Road
London
W11 2QB
United Kingdom
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Verified Since Jun 2018
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A pair of tall nineteenth-century black marble obelisks featuring botanical floral pietra dura inlays, supported by stepped marble bases.
PAIR OF LARGE 19TH CENTURY DERBYSHIRE PIETRA DURA MARBLE OBELISKS
Ref: SA770736
A pair of tall nineteenth-century black marble obelisks featuring botanical floral pietra dura inlays, supported by stepped marble bases.
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During the nineteenth century, Derbyshire became renowned for crafting decorative items from locally quarried black marble. Skilled artisans adapted the Italian pietra dura technique, inlaying coloured marbles and hardstones into the black marble surface to create intricate floral designs.

These pieces primarily utilise Derbyshire black marble as the main structure, combined with inlaid semi-precious stones, coloured marbles, and malachite or mother-of-pearl to form detailed botanical patterns. The bases often incorporate variegated brown or red marble plinths.

Authentic period pieces feature precise hand-cut stone inlays seamlessly fitted into carved recesses on the primary black marble surface. Original items exhibit subtle natural variations in stone coloration, precise geometric tapering, and authentic age-related wear on the plinth bases.

A pair of decorative stone obelisks is typically styled symmetrically on a fireplace mantelpiece, console table, or within a gentlemans library bookcase. Their geometric form and dark finish provide structural contrast against lighter painted walls or timber surfaces.

Dust regularly with a dry microfibre cloth to clean the surface without scratching. Avoid acidic cleaners, liquid detergents, or abrasive chemicals that can etch polished marble or weaken the cement holding the pietra dura inlays in place.
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