Lot Essay
As discussed in the Porphyry Introduction (on p. 16 of the catalogue) columns such as this were re-worked in later centuries from larger existing antique porphyry objects and architectural columns.
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17TH/18TH CENTURY
Details
AN ITALIAN IMPERIAL PORPHYRY COLUMN FRAGMENT
17TH/18TH CENTURY
On an associated white marble socle and square base
23 in. (58 cm.) high
17TH/18TH CENTURY
On an associated white marble socle and square base
23 in. (58 cm.) high
Provenance
Collection of Priscilla Grazioli Medici, Rome, formed in the second half of the 19th century.
With Alessandra di Castro, Rome, where purchased in September 2017.
With Alessandra di Castro, Rome, where purchased in September 2017.