Beschreibung:

AN ITALIAN PIETRA DURE, MARBLE AND PEWTER PANEL POSSIBLY ROME OR VENICE, 18TH/19TH CENTURY Now set on a 20th century walnut base, the top in the 17th century manner with geometrical sections of polished lapis lazuli, jasper in a repeating trellis design of interlinked oval and circular floral medallions, within porphyry banded black marble surround top 89.5 by 68.5cm, 74.8cm high In form this panel is very similar to a 17th century table top sold at Sotheby's Paris, 'Excellence', 13th November 2018, lot 33 (€130,000 EUR). The Sotheby's example was catalogued as 17th century and probably Roman and was of slightly smaller proportions. The footnotes drew attention to the close similarity of floral design with the bottom of an engraved carved Venetian crystal box from the Hever Castle Collection dating from around 1600. Condition Report: The top with restoration to breaks across one corner- some edge chips, panel damages and old remedial repairs Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request Condition Report Disclaimer