French Mini-Pedestal Base

Pale block pedestal with stepped moldings and a speckled, sun-baked complexion.

This mini pedestal base of sandstone from France is from France, and dates to the 20th century. Sandstone is a sedimentary rock made of compressed sand grains, and it has been quarried in France for centuries to build and decorate houses and churches. Square pedestal with a flat top, stepped molded edges, a plain dado and a slightly flared base. The surface is mottled cream and tan with small pits and rough patches, and the corners show mild chipping. It is 4 inches long, 4 deep and 4.5 high.

A humble base ready to elevate anything at all.