French Mini-Pedestal Base

Taller block pedestal with stepped moldings and a rough, weathered face.

This mini pedestal base of sandstone from France is from France, and dates to the 20th century. A pedestal raises an object above eye level or a surface, and the form comes from classical architecture, where a column or statue sits on a base. Square pedestal with a flat top, two thin molded steps below it, a tall plain shaft and a flared footing. The pale tan surface is pitted and rough, with a chipped edge on the left and speckled patches. It is 4 inches long, 4 deep and 5 high.

Weathered but still ready to hold something up.