Two Grand Tour Large Bronze Desk Thermometers Cast as Parisian Monuments

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Two Grand Tour Large Bronze Desk Thermometers Cast as Parisian Monuments, France, mid-19th century, one cast as Napoleon's Column, the other the Luxor Obelisk, each mounted to a black marble base with bronze fencing, bronze ht. 15 1/4, total ht. 16 1/4 in.
Estimate $1,500-2,500

Both overall good with but typical nicks to the corners of the bases.


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