Pair of Antique Pietra Dura Birds Inlaid Plaques. Italy, Circa 1940

Description

Pair of antique inlaid Pietra Dura.

Italy, circa 1940.


This is a PRETTY and ANTIQUE PAIR of stone plaques, depicting … more Pair of antique inlaid Pietra Dura.

Italy, circa 1940.


This is a PRETTY and ANTIQUE PAIR of stone plaques, depicting birds in different poses ( right and left ).

Different types of marble, with different colors, cut and inlaid to form a bird on a branch.

High quality work and skill.

Both in original gold gilding wooden frame.

Both panels are numbered from the back ( see photos ).

Please see photos carefully to admire the beauty of the work.

Dimensions :

Including the frame :

H : 5 inches ( 13 cm )

W : 6.25 inches ( 16 cm )

Marble plaque only :

H : 2.75 inches ( 7 cm )

W : 4 inches ( 10 cm )

Condition report :

Both marble well preserved.

Gold gilt frames with minor discoloration, scratches consistent with age and age.

I detached, cleaned and waxed the marble plaque. less