Grand Tour Egyptian Obelisk
About: Executed in Marmo Rosso (red marble) this mid 19th Century Grand Tour souvenir obelisk features scratch carved hieroglyphs from the Luxor Temple on the East bank of the Nile River. Likely manufactured in Italy.
Why We Love It: This piece makes us so happy: all the mystery and romance of ancient Egypt combined with the tradition of the Grand Tour. The hieroglyphs are intricate and over the top.
Condition: Chips and flea bites to base as shown. Obelisk looks to have been repaired long ago (third image) with some wearing of hieroglyphs. Very sturdy and presentable, honest wear & patina.
Dims: 18.25” H x 5.5” W x 5.5” D
Location: Philadelphia, PA
About: Executed in Marmo Rosso (red marble) this mid 19th Century Grand Tour souvenir obelisk features scratch carved hieroglyphs from the Luxor Temple on the East bank of the Nile River. Likely manufactured in Italy.
Why We Love It: This piece makes us so happy: all the mystery and romance of ancient Egypt combined with the tradition of the Grand Tour. The hieroglyphs are intricate and over the top.
Condition: Chips and flea bites to base as shown. Obelisk looks to have been repaired long ago (third image) with some wearing of hieroglyphs. Very sturdy and presentable, honest wear & patina.
Dims: 18.25” H x 5.5” W x 5.5” D
Location: Philadelphia, PA
About: Executed in Marmo Rosso (red marble) this mid 19th Century Grand Tour souvenir obelisk features scratch carved hieroglyphs from the Luxor Temple on the East bank of the Nile River. Likely manufactured in Italy.
Why We Love It: This piece makes us so happy: all the mystery and romance of ancient Egypt combined with the tradition of the Grand Tour. The hieroglyphs are intricate and over the top.
Condition: Chips and flea bites to base as shown. Obelisk looks to have been repaired long ago (third image) with some wearing of hieroglyphs. Very sturdy and presentable, honest wear & patina.
Dims: 18.25” H x 5.5” W x 5.5” D
Location: Philadelphia, PA