Column - 20th century - carved tortiglione
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Italian mid-20th century pedestal in Carrara arabescato marble with a Salomonica tortiglione twisted shaft, a square top, and an octagonal base, in good condition with minor age-related marks.
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This extraordinary decorative piece is a pedestal carved from Italian marble, probably dating from the mid-20th century. Traditionally, these items were used in grand foyers or salons to display busts, vases, or sculptures.
Carved in Arabescato Carrara marble, characterized by soft gray veins.
The most distinctive feature is the Solomon-like (spiraled) turning of the shaft. This twisted style was popularized during the Baroque period and gives the piece a sense of movement and elegance.
It features a square upper surface (the abacus) designed to safely support heavy objects. The base is octagonal, providing a solid footprint to prevent tipping.
The shaft’s central band presents a decorative horizontal ring (a 'collar') adorned with acanthus leaf motifs or simple grooves to interrupt the vertical lines.
The piece is in good preserved condition, with the natural gray veining of the marble highlighting its authenticity and the stone’s high quality. The structure is solid and shows only small imperfections typical of use, all consistent with its age.
Dimensions:
Height: 97 cm
Top plate: 22.5 x 22.5 cm
Base: 23 x 23 cm
Weight: 16.8 kg
The column is disassemblable into multiple parts and will be shipped disassembled to preserve its integrity; assembly (simple) will be the buyer’s responsibility.
Seller's Story
Welcome to a fascinating journey into the beating heart of the 20th century, where the objects that animated that era are transformed into custodians of timeless stories, passions and emotions in a journey that combines the elegance of antiques with the unmistakable charm of vintage.
From a land rich in traditions like Italy, and in particular from the vibrant South, I dedicate myself with passion to the search for unique finds, authentic witnesses of a century full of history and innovation.
Every object, whether it is an antique piece of furniture or a rare vintage item, carries with it stories and emotions, evoking memories of a time that continues to inspire.
Translated by Google TranslateThis extraordinary decorative piece is a pedestal carved from Italian marble, probably dating from the mid-20th century. Traditionally, these items were used in grand foyers or salons to display busts, vases, or sculptures.
Carved in Arabescato Carrara marble, characterized by soft gray veins.
The most distinctive feature is the Solomon-like (spiraled) turning of the shaft. This twisted style was popularized during the Baroque period and gives the piece a sense of movement and elegance.
It features a square upper surface (the abacus) designed to safely support heavy objects. The base is octagonal, providing a solid footprint to prevent tipping.
The shaft’s central band presents a decorative horizontal ring (a 'collar') adorned with acanthus leaf motifs or simple grooves to interrupt the vertical lines.
The piece is in good preserved condition, with the natural gray veining of the marble highlighting its authenticity and the stone’s high quality. The structure is solid and shows only small imperfections typical of use, all consistent with its age.
Dimensions:
Height: 97 cm
Top plate: 22.5 x 22.5 cm
Base: 23 x 23 cm
Weight: 16.8 kg
The column is disassemblable into multiple parts and will be shipped disassembled to preserve its integrity; assembly (simple) will be the buyer’s responsibility.
Seller's Story
Welcome to a fascinating journey into the beating heart of the 20th century, where the objects that animated that era are transformed into custodians of timeless stories, passions and emotions in a journey that combines the elegance of antiques with the unmistakable charm of vintage.
From a land rich in traditions like Italy, and in particular from the vibrant South, I dedicate myself with passion to the search for unique finds, authentic witnesses of a century full of history and innovation.
Every object, whether it is an antique piece of furniture or a rare vintage item, carries with it stories and emotions, evoking memories of a time that continues to inspire.
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Era
1900-2000
Weight
16.8 kg
Title additional information
carved tortiglione
Material
Arabescato, Marble
Country of origin
Italy
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
97 cm
Width
23 cm
Depth
23 cm
Estimated period
20th century
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