Pair of obelisks with Salome and Black Belgian Marble Spheres H 47cm

Pair of obelisks with Salome and Black Belgian Marble Spheres H 47cm

The marble obelisk fits any decorative style, from classic to modern. Alongside fine classic and antique furniture and accessories, it will be able to lend an artistic touch that is sure to make an impact, enhancing any other material it is juxtaposed with. In settings with an essential and contemporary taste, the cleanliness of the form combined with the unrepeatable veining of the natural stone will give a prominent role to the obelisk and the marble sculptures in general, which become the focal point of the setting.
Perfect as a gift idea for collectors and for important occasions, each obelisk, brings together the value of natural stone with its unique veining with inimitable Italian craftsmanship.

History and symbolism

The Obelisk is a monolithic monument that sees its origins in ancient Egypt. Along with the pyramids, it is one of the highest expressions of Egyptian monumental art. It is characterized by its elongated, slender quadrangular shape, ending in a pyramidal tip.Still used today in more or less imposing reproductions, it is considered a symbol of prosperity and fertility. The evidence of the phallic form emphasizes the power of masculine energies, bearers of fertilizing force in their encounter with the Earth, with feminine, receptive energies.
Often arranged in pairs at nodal points in the city, in a variety of cultures and traditions, obelisks were believed to contribute to the sublimation of the energies of the place and bring prosperity and fertility.
Obelisks have always been enigmatic monuments, and throughout history they are often found as occult, Masonic and esoteric symbols.

Material

Themarble, beloved by the most celebrated sculptors and architects around the world and throughout the ages, is also asserting its artistic power in the modern conception of architecture and interior design. The classic and timeless taste of Michelangelo’s favorite material adapts to the most varied contexts, from the new liberty and Baroque style, to clean and essential lines, up to industrial-inspired settings.

Salome Marble comes from Turkey it has shades of light gray and white, with slight intrusions of red, it is an elegant marble that will highlight your home, like all beautiful things, they will infuse your home with value.

Black Belgium marble is an elegant natural stone that is quarried in Belgium. It has an intense and compact black background, with an imperceptible bright white dot. The strong color and natural brilliance give this marble a refined and unconventional look.