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19th Century Grand Tour Pietra Dura of a Birds and Butterflies
$3,400
£2,590.86
€2,987.98
CA$4,829.02
A$5,188.51
CHF 2,783.62
MX$61,126.62
About the Item
This finely executed 19th-century Italian pietra dura panel depicts a vertical composition of birds perched among branching stems, animated by delicately rendered butterflies in flight. The scene is composed of carefully selected hardstones—including agate, jasper, lapis lazuli, malachite, and chalcedony—set against a dark ground that enhances the richness and contrast of the natural materials.
Produced for the Grand Tour market, the work reflects the Florentine tradition of pietra dura established by the Opificio delle Pietre Dure, combining naturalistic observation with decorative refinement. The panel exemplifies the enduring appeal of hardstone inlay as both a souvenir of travel and a work of sophisticated craftsmanship, celebrating nature through precision, color, and material virtuosity.
Dimensions: 13 in. high × 7 in. wide × 1 in. deep
- Dimensions:Height: 13 in (33.02 cm)Width: 7 in (17.78 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:19th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:New York, NY
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1531248062702
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