Italian Grand Tour Pietra Dura Oval Table Top on Cast Iron Base

Description

Traditional oval pietra dura table top of black marble inlaid with naturally colored stone creating a bouquet of yellow roses … more Traditional oval pietra dura table top of black marble inlaid with naturally colored stone creating a bouquet of yellow roses with a white oriental lily. Surrounding the central inlay are pairs of inlays spaced equidistantly around the perimeter. The inlays include shells, white floral botanical specimens, and butterflies. Made for the Anglo-American grand tour market, the table top is mounted to a 19th century cast iron pedestal base.
Florence, Italy, late 1800’s. less