Small Tripod table standing three lizard paw feet which rest on a tripod plinth. Slender and fluted tapering columnar stem with an Ionic capital crowned by the figure of a sitting sphinx. Small round table top made of black polished marble, 1 small chip at the rim. The patinated bronze displaying beautiful chasing.
Very rare and extraordinary example of a mid 19th century Italian Classical Roman style piece of furniture, which imitates an ancient table excavated in Pompeji and was acquired as a Grand Tour souvenir in Italy.
Condition: good, min. wear consistent with age and use, min. parts of corrosion, min. chip at the rim of the marble plate – detailed condition report on request
