Details
- Dimensions
- 3ʺW × 2ʺD × 1ʺH
- Styles
- Indian
- Period
- Early 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- India
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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- Materials
- Mother-of-Pearl
- Stone
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Beige
- Condition Notes
- Item is hand-crafted so there are slight imperfections. Very slight scratches on bottom of box. When you remove the lid, … moreItem is hand-crafted so there are slight imperfections. Very slight scratches on bottom of box. When you remove the lid, there is a slight curve/indentation on outer edge of marble. less
- Description
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The term, "Pietra Dura" is Italian for "hard stone." The mosaic art form began in Florence, Italy during the late …
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The term, "Pietra Dura" is Italian for "hard stone." The mosaic art form began in Florence, Italy during the late 16th and 17th centuries and is a tradition still practiced today!
Details:
-This kind of craftsmanship is also seen at the Taj Mahal in India
-Has lovely flower stem on lid
-Flower is inlaid with semi-precious stones-mother of pearl, jasper, and carnelian
-Side of box is decorated with beautiful lattice quatrefoil pattern
-Approx. Dimensions: 3”x2”x1”H less
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