Monumental 19th Century Ashford Marble Obelisk Port and Starboard The original mirror plate is

The original mirror plate is surrounded by an inner slip of scrolls and foliage

Width: 19" (48cm)

giving the table lamp a substantial look without appearing heavy

this crisp carving is highlighted by the attractive limed finish

The platforms of these gilded carved limewood and gilt wall brackets are supported by winged cherubs

Monumental 19th Century Ashford Marble Obelisk Port and Starboard The original mirror plate isA very handsome pietra dura obelisk of large scale. This Ashford black marble obelisk is inlaid with a wide variety of specimen stone including malachite, lapis lazuli and agate. Obelisks of this kind were very popular in the 19th century and followed the form of tapering columns in ancient civilizations seen on the Grand Tour. This monumental antique obelisk, which stands at 76 cm, is in excellent condition and is raised on a stepped square black