Late 19th Century Pair of Monumental Italian Marble Throne Chairs
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An extraordinary pair of late 19th century Italian carved white marble throne chairs of monumental form, masterfully sculpted and upheld by magnificently carved winged sphinx figures. Executed with exceptional craftsmanship, each throne features dramatic neoclassical architectural lines with scrolling supports, intricately carved cresting, and deeply detailed mythological sphinxes serving as both structural and decorative elements.
The richly veined white marble is beautifully worked throughout, showcasing refined hand-carved detailing from the feathered wings and expressive faces of the sphinxes to the elaborate fruit and foliate motifs adorning the upper crest. The imposing scale and theatrical presence evoke the grandeur of ancient Roman and Renaissance revival design, making the pair exceptional statement pieces for both interior and architectural settings.
Rarely encountered as a true matching pair, these thrones embody the opulence and sculptural sophistication associated with important Italian marble workshops of the late 19th century.
**Please Note Variation in Tone of Marble Color**
Dimensions: Height 50" x Width 39" x Depth 30"