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A Blue John Obelisk

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Item Details

Description

A Blue John Obelisk
English, 19th Century
raised on a slate base.
Height 9 1/2 inches.

Provenance:
Sotheby's, Chester Sale, 15 July 1988, Lot 1022.

Condition

In fine and stable overall condition. Natural hairlines, especially to upper section, with some infill to one side. Several small chips around rim where two sections are attached. Small chip to corner of foot.

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A Blue John Obelisk

Name: A Blue John Obelisk
SKU: 164257184
Price: 4750 USD
Availability: InStock

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