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Alberto MenegattiPietre Dure Plaque Of Ancient Artisan By Alberto MenegattiEarly 20th century
Early 20th century
$38,500
£29,435.57
€33,725.51
CA$54,304.52
A$59,123.77
CHF 31,570.21
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NOK 396,894.04
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About the Item
A young man clad in classical robes paints an amphora vase as an attractive admirer observes him in this magnificent pietre dure plaque by Florentine artisan Alberto Menegatti. The work is emblematic of the charming scenes of rural life that were favored by Italian pietre dure artists. The superlative quality and beauty of the stone specimens utilized to create the composition distinguish this piece, and the artist’s ingenious use of the natural striations and inclusions in his stones allows him to convey texture and shadow to brilliant effect.
The art of pietre dure developed from the ancient art of opus sectile, where materials were cut and inlaid into walls and floors to form a decorative pattern. The meticulous technique requires that fine marbles and stones be carefully and artfully inlaid into a stone base. Both expensive and time-consuming, the art of pietre dure requires not only precious materials but also highly skilled craftsmen. As a result, true marble and stone examples such as this are very rare and highly collectible.
This work is featured on page 207 of Anna Maria Massinelli’s book, Painting in Stone.
Signed "A. Menegatti" (upper right)
Early 20th century
Plaque: 19 7/8" high x 14 1/8" wide
Frame: 24" high x 17 7/8" wide
- Creator:Alberto Menegatti
- Creation Year:Early 20th century
- Dimensions:Height: 24 in (60.96 cm)Width: 17.88 in (45.42 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
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- Gallery Location:New Orleans, LA
- Reference Number:Seller: 31-02571stDibs: LU18612418922
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