LATE 18TH EARLY 19TH CENTURY

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AN ITALIAN EBONISED AND PIETRA PAESINA INSET CASKET
LATE 18TH EARLY 19TH CENTURY
The sides with lapis lazuli roundels, the interior of the hinged lid inset with a mirror
5½ in. (14 cm.) high; 8½ in. (21.5 cm.) wide; 6 in. (15.2 cm.) deep

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Lot Essay

Pietra paesina panels are mined from the Arno region of Italy. Its literal translation, "landscape stone" describes the natural figured graining which can be cut in such a way so as to exploit these patterns often depicting abstract landscapes. Small plaques of pietra paesina were popular for the decoration of cabinets and tables.

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