Vendome Column Continental, 19th/20th century, both are bronze, one is polished, both mounted to stone plinths, 10-1/2 in.,. Condition: a few tiny chips to the plinths, otherwise good condition. Notes: Patterned after Trajan's Column in Rome, the original Vendôme Column at the center of the Place Vendome, Paris, was erected by Napoleon I to commemorate the battle of Austerlitz (1805). It was torn down on 16 May 1871, by decree of the Paris Commune, but subsequently re-erected and remains a prominent feature on the square today. Please Note: Brunk Auctions provides condition reports as a courtesy to our clients and assumes no liability for any error or omission. Descriptions are our opinions and should in no way be construed as a guarantee of any kind as to age, condition, materials or any other feature of items being sold. No statement written or oral made by the auctioneer shall be deemed a warranty or assumption of liability by Brunk Auctions or by any seller represented by Brunk Auctions. We are happy to provide additional photographs to aid in your decision. We do not give refunds.. Provenance: Private Estate, Asheville, North Carolina a few tiny chips to the plinths, otherwise good condition