Noble and Noteworthy
Sun, Sep 21, 2025 02:00PM EDT
Lot 219
Grand Tour Bronze Elephant and Rock Crystal Obelisk
Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $10 |
| $100 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,500 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
| $200,000 | $25,000 |
| $500,000 | $50,000 |
Grand Tour Bronze Elephant and Rock Crystal Obelisk
After the original sculpture by Bernini in the Piazza del Minerva.
The elephant standing four square on thick columnar legs, head turned dexter with trunk extended towards the gilt tasseled saddle, supporting a rock crystal obelisk,
25in (64cm) h.
base: 10in. x 6 1/2in (25cm. x 16cm)
Condition: Two holes drilled at center belly, perhaps to attach an original saddle.
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After the original sculpture by Bernini in the Piazza del Minerva.
The elephant standing four square on thick columnar legs, head turned dexter with trunk extended towards the gilt tasseled saddle, supporting a rock crystal obelisk,
25in (64cm) h.
base: 10in. x 6 1/2in (25cm. x 16cm)
Condition: Two holes drilled at center belly, perhaps to attach an original saddle.
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