This is a superb decorative antique Italian Grand Tour Vatican Micro-Mosaic inset black marble desk weight, in the form of a miniature table, circa 1870 in date.
The cartouche shaped table top with a central depiction of Saint Peter's Basilica and Piazza, surrounded by views of the Pantheon, the Capitoline, the Temple of Vesta and the ruined Temple of Vespasian, all in oval reserves; raised on a knopped and waisted pedestal, the circular foot exquisitely inset with sample arrangement of semi precious stones including malachite, agate, onyx, cornelian, porphyry and pink granite.
The cartouche shaped table top with a central depiction of Saint Peter's Basilica and Piazza, surrounded by views of the Pantheon, the Capitoline, the Temple of Vesta and the ruined Temple of Vespasian, all in oval reserves; raised on a knopped and waisted pedestal, the circular foot exquisitely inset with sample arrangement of semi precious stones including malachite, agate, onyx, cornelian, porphyry and pink granite.
Not only is this desk paperweight very decorative, but it is also an exquisite mineralogical wonder that can be admired by all discerning collectors.
Condition:
In excellent condition, please see photos for confirmation.
Dimensions in cm:
Height 10 cm x Width 14 cm x Depth 10 cm
Dimensions in inches:
Height 4 inches x Width 5 inches x Depth 4 inches
Our reference: A1267
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