Lot 156
  • 156

An Italian pietra dura panel 18th/19th century

Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description

  • metal, stone
  • height 25 3/4 in.; width 47 1/2 in.
  • 65.5 cm; 121 cm
On a later Neoclassical style steel base forming a table.

Literature

Christopher Buckley, "A Passion for French Style," Architectural Digest, October, 1986, p. 153

Condition

With scattered small chips to edges and corners. Some fine cracks and small scattered losses to inlay consistent with age. With very thin clear varnish, which is now pitting and peeling in areas. Base with oxidation.
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